Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic S1
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic S1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FZ35 was brought out 6 months prior to the S1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the FZ35 scores vs the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic S1
FZ35 | S1 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic FZ35
S1 | FZ35 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic S1
FZ35 | S1 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | January 2011 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 offers 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) and the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ35 compared to the S1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and S1 is 72 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ35 and S1.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine V | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397g (0.88 lb) | 117g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $999 | $269 |