Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZR3 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
- Announced July 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX3
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic ZR3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FZ35 was manufactured 6 months later than the ZR3 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FZ35 matches up against the ZR3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic ZR3
FZ35 | ZR3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Panasonic FZ35
ZR3 | FZ35 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic ZR3
FZ35 | ZR3 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 has external measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic ZR3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ35 against the ZR3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ35 and ZR3 is 72 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ35 and ZR3.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZR3 to show greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively.
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine V | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397 gr (0.88 lb) | 159 gr (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $999 | $280 |