Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was revealed 4 years earlier than the ZS35 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FH27 matches up versus the ZS35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH27 versus the ZS35.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and ZS35 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and ZS35.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FH27 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.