Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was introduced 4 years earlier than the ZS35 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FH2 scores against the ZS35 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 comes with outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FH2 against the ZS35.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and ZS35 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and ZS35.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS35 to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The older FH2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.