Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FZ35

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic FZ35, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the FZ35 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the FP8 scores vs the FZ35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP8 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has measurements 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 change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FP8 and the FZ35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and FZ35 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and FZ35.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FP8 will be behind in sensor tech.