Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic ZS35

In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic ZS35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and ZS35 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P7800 was revealed very close to the ZS35 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the P7800 matches up versus the ZS35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7800 provides exterior dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the P7800 versus the ZS35.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and ZS35 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P7800 and ZS35.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P7800 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS35 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively.