Panasonic FH8 vs Panasonic ZS35

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FH8 and Panasonic ZS35, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was introduced 24 months earlier than the ZS35 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FH8 scores vs the ZS35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH8 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH8 and Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FH8 vs the ZS35.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH8 and ZS35 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and ZS35.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files but you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older FH8 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.