Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS35

Below is a extensive overview of the Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS35, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and ZS35 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and ZS35 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was introduced 5 years later than the ZS35 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S1R grades against the ZS35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R features external measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S1R against the ZS35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and ZS35 is 54 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and ZS35.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1R using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will provide greater detail using its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent S1R should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.