Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35
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Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35 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
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS30
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS40
Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
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").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Panasonic ZS35
FH2 | ZS35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Panasonic FH2
ZS35 | FH2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | January 2011 | More recent by 36 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Panasonic ZS35
FH2 | ZS35 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
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.
Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 pounds) | 305g (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $149 | $300 |