Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic FZ70

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was revealed 4 years prior to the FZ70 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the FZ35 matches up against the FZ70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 provides outside dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic FZ70 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FZ35 compared to the FZ70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and FZ70 is 72 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ35 and FZ70.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FZ70 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.