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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35

Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
23
Overall
32
Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 front
Portability
89
Imaging
40
Features
50
Overall
44

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs

Panasonic F5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2013
Panasonic ZS35
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
  • Announced January 2014
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
  • Succeeded the Panasonic ZS30
  • Renewed by Panasonic ZS40
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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview

The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic ZS35, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The F5 was released 12 months prior to the ZS35 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the F5 grades versus the ZS35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Panasonic ZS35

 F5 ZS35 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Panasonic F5

 ZS35 F5 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014January 2013Newer by 12 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic ZS35

 F5 ZS35 
Manually focus No manual focus
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic ZS35 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the F5 vs the ZS35.

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the F5 and ZS35 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the F5 and ZS35.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS35 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged F5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 sensor size comparison

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic F5 Portrait photography features
Panasonic ZS35 Portrait photography features
29
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
37
megapixel count good (16MP)
includes face detection focus
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic F5 Street photography features
Panasonic ZS35 Street photography features
56
lighter than competition (121 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
68
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305g)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic F5 Sports photography info
Panasonic ZS35 Sports photography info
33
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
provides tracking focus
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
53
incredible zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic F5 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZS35 Travel photography features
68
lighter than competition (121g)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
68
lighter than competition (305g)
megapixel count good (16MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (24mm)
very long reach (480mm)
no Timelapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic F5
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS35
33
pretty wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
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quite wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic F5 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS35 as a Vlogging camera
28
pretty wide (28mm)
lighter than competition (121 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
34
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (305g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
no external microphone support
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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic F5 and Panasonic ZS35
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35
General Information
Make Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35
Alternate name - Lumix DMC-TZ55
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2013-01-07 2014-01-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 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 - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 21
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-480mm (20.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing distance 5cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT LCD TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.70 m 6.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 121 gr (0.27 lbs) 305 gr (0.67 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3")
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 250 pictures -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $100 $300