Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3 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
- Released July 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Replaced the Panasonic GF2
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF5
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3 Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is very similar but the FZ35 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FZ35 was revealed 13 months prior to the GF3 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ35 scores vs the GF3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic GF3
FZ35 | GF3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Panasonic FZ35
GF3 | FZ35 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | July 2010 | More modern by 13 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic GF3
FZ35 | GF3 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 enjoys physical measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ35 against the GF3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and GF3 is 72 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ35 and GF3.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The FZ35 has got the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF more challenging. The more aged FZ35 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2011-08-11 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397g (0.88 pounds) | 264g (0.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 459 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $999 | $360 |