Nikon P610 vs Panasonic ZS35

Below, we are matching up the Nikon P610 versus Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P610 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P610 was manufactured 14 months after the ZS35 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the P610 scores versus the ZS35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P610 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P610 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P610 provides physical measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the P610 versus the ZS35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P610 and ZS35 is 65 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P610 and ZS35.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher P610 provides a benefit in sensor technology.