Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic TS30

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the TS30 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FZ35 matches up vs the TS30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ35 features external dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ35 vs the TS30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ35 and TS30 is 72 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ35 and TS30.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS30 to give extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.