Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FZ35
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Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FZ35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Launched July 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38
Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FH2 versus Panasonic FZ35, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FH2 was introduced 7 months after the FZ35 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the FH2 scores versus the FZ35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FZ35 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Panasonic FZ35
FH2 | FZ35 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic FH2
FZ35 | FH2 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Panasonic FZ35
FH2 | FZ35 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 provides outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH2 versus Panasonic FZ35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FH2 against the FZ35.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and FZ35 is 96 and 72 respectively.
Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH2 and FZ35.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH2 to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent FH2 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) | 397 gr (0.88 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
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 | ||
Battery life | 270 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $149 | $999 |