Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS15

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was introduced 24 months earlier than the ZS15 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FZ35 grades versus the ZS15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 has outside measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS15 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ35 compared to the ZS15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ35 and ZS15 is 72 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ35 and ZS15.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older FZ35 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.