Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS35
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise 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
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS40
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZS35, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FP2 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the ZS35 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FP2 scores vs the ZS35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic ZS35
FP2 | ZS35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Panasonic FP2
ZS35 | FP2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 48 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZS35
FP2 | ZS35 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FP2 and the ZS35.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and ZS35 is 95 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and ZS35.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS35 to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $80 | $300 |