Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic ZS8

Following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FZ35 versus Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was announced 12 months prior to the ZS8 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FZ35 grades against the ZS8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 features physical dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ35 compared to the ZS8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ35 and ZS8 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ35 and ZS8.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS8 to show extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.