Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS25 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS20
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS30
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FZ35 was released 3 years before the ZS25 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ35 scores against the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Panasonic ZS25
FZ35 | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Panasonic FZ35
ZS25 | FZ35 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | July 2010 | Fresher by 30 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Panasonic ZS25
FZ35 | ZS25 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ35 has outer 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 ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ35 and the ZS25.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ35 and ZS25 is 72 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ35 and ZS25.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The older FZ35 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 6.40 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 metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | 397g (0.88 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $999 | $300 |