Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Released November 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The 3D1 was announced 17 months after the FZ35 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the 3D1 matches up vs the FZ35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Panasonic FZ35
3D1 | FZ35 | |||
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Introduced | November 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 17 months |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic 3D1
FZ35 | 3D1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic FZ35
3D1 | FZ35 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 features physical dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 3D1 compared to the FZ35.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and FZ35 is 93 and 72 respectively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and FZ35.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger 3D1 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-11-07 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) | 397 gr (0.88 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 200 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $670 | $999 |