Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic ZS35
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Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 144g - 95 x 56 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as mju 7040
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- 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
- Revealed January 2014
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS30
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS40
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Olympus 7040 versus Panasonic ZS35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 7040 was brought out 5 years prior to the ZS35 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 7040 grades versus the ZS35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7040 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 7040 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7040 over the Panasonic ZS35
7040 | ZS35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Olympus 7040
ZS35 | 7040 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | January 2010 | Fresher by 48 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 7040 and Panasonic ZS35
7040 | ZS35 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7040 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check the Olympus 7040 versus Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 7040 versus the ZS35.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 7040 and ZS35 is 95 and 89 respectively.
Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 7040 and ZS35.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS35 to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older 7040 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus 7040 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7040 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7040 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Also called as | mju 7040 | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 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 | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144g (0.32 lbs) | 305g (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $299 | $300 |