Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Launched January 2011
- Replaced the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Renewed by Olympus SP-620 UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS30
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS40

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SP-610UZ was released 4 years earlier than the ZS35 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-610UZ scores against the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Panasonic ZS35
SP-610UZ | ZS35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
ZS35 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 36 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Panasonic ZS35
SP-610UZ | ZS35 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-610UZ provides physical measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the ZS35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and ZS35 is 79 and 89 respectively.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and ZS35.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS35 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 pounds) | 305g (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | 340 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $299 | $300 |