Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS20

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was revealed 22 months before the ZS20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ35 matches up against the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 enjoys external 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) while the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic ZS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ35 vs the ZS20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and ZS20 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ35 and ZS20.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS20 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.