Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic ZS35

The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus 6020 versus Panasonic ZS35, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was manufactured 4 years before the ZS35 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 6020 scores vs the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6020 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 6020 vs the ZS35.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and ZS35 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 6020 and ZS35.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS35 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged 6020 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.