Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FZ35

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic FH3 versus Panasonic FZ35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was brought out 6 months before the FZ35 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH3 grades versus the FZ35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has specifications of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FH3 vs the FZ35.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and FZ35 is 94 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and FZ35.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH3 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively.