Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic FZ35

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic FZ35, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was manufactured 14 months later than the FZ35 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FX90 grades against the FZ35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX90 comes with outside dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic FZ35 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FX90 vs the FZ35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and FZ35 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX90 and FZ35.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern FX90 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.