Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic G3
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Announced July 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Released July 2011
- Superseded the Panasonic G2
- Renewed by Panasonic G5
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic G3 Overview
Lets look closer at the Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic G3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and G3 (16MP) and the FZ35 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FZ35 was introduced 12 months before the G3 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FZ35 grades versus the G3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic G3
FZ35 | G3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Panasonic FZ35
G3 | FZ35 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 12 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic G3
FZ35 | G3 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ35 features exterior measurements 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 G3 has sizing of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic G3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ35 versus the G3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ35 and G3 is 72 and 83 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ35 and G3.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ35 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic G3 will offer greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-11 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397g (0.88 lbs) | 336g (0.74 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 667 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $999 | $500 |