Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS35
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Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
- Announced January 2013
- Previous Model is Nikon P510
- Renewed by Nikon P530
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Released January 2014
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS40
Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Nikon P520 versus Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe P520 was announced 11 months earlier than the ZS35 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the P520 matches up vs the ZS35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Panasonic ZS35
P520 | ZS35 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Nikon P520
ZS35 | P520 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2013 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon P520 and Panasonic ZS35
P520 | ZS35 | |||
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Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P520 provides exterior dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P520 versus Panasonic ZS35 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the P520 compared to the ZS35.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P520 and ZS35 is 66 and 89 respectively.
Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P520 and ZS35.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon P520 to result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older P520 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P520 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P520 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P520 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 550g (1.21 lbs) | 305g (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $380 | $300 |