Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic SZ1

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.