Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF2

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic GF2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is very similar but the FZ35 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The FZ35 was launched 7 months earlier than the GF2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the FZ35 grades vs the GF2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 has got external 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) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has proportions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic GF2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ35 and the GF2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ35 and GF2 is 72 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ35 and GF2.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The FZ35 comes with the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field more challenging. The older FZ35 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.