Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic FZ35

In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic FZ35, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and FZ35 (12MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and FZ35 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The FZ1000 was introduced 3 years after the FZ35 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FZ1000 grades versus the FZ35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ1000 has got physical measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic FZ35 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ1000 versus the FZ35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ1000 and FZ35 is 55 and 72 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 and FZ35.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ1000 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 will produce greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher FZ1000 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.