Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS25

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.