Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FZ35

Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FP7 versus Panasonic FZ35, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and FZ35 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was revealed 7 months after the FZ35 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP7 grades vs the FZ35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 offers outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ35 has specifications of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FP7 versus the FZ35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and FZ35 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and FZ35.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FP7 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer FP7 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.