Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic ZS35

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FZ100 versus Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was revealed 4 years earlier than the ZS35 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FZ100 matches up against the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ100 features external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ100 versus Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ100 compared to the ZS35.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and ZS35 is 67 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ100 and ZS35.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS35 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.