Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1 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
- Launched July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FZ35 was brought out 18 months before the SZ1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the FZ35 scores versus the SZ1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic SZ1
FZ35 | SZ1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Panasonic FZ35
SZ1 | FZ35 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | July 2010 | Newer by 18 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic SZ1
FZ35 | SZ1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ35 features outer measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FZ35 versus the SZ1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and SZ1 is 72 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ35 and SZ1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ1 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397 grams (0.88 pounds) | 131 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical 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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $999 | $179 |