Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35
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Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Launched January 2014
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS40
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
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").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Panasonic ZS35
FH27 | ZS35 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Panasonic FH27
ZS35 | FH27 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | January 2011 | More recent by 36 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Panasonic ZS35
FH27 | ZS35 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
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).
Compare the Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
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.
Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH27 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 (24 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 format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) | 305 grams (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 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 | 250 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $229 | $300 |