Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic ZS35

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic ZS35, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very similar but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and ZS35 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The E-P5 was released 3 months earlier than the ZS35 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the E-P5 matches up vs the ZS35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P5 offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the E-P5 versus the ZS35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and ZS35 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P5 and ZS35.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor dimensions. The E-P5 features the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF easier.