Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched July 2020
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Released July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and FZ35 (12MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and FZ35 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

The Z5 was launched 10 years after the FZ35 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z5 grades versus the FZ35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Panasonic FZ35
Z5 | FZ35 | |||
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Released | July 2020 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 123 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Nikon Z5
FZ35 | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic FZ35
Z5 | FZ35 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 offers outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
See the Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z5 versus the FZ35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and FZ35 is 62 and 72 respectively.

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and FZ35.
All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher Z5 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2020-07-20 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 273 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.5 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 pounds) | 397 grams (0.88 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Price at launch | $1,399 | $999 |