Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax W80

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FZ35 and Pentax W80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was revealed 13 months later than the W80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ35 scores versus the W80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 provides external dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ35 and Pentax W80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ35 and the W80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FZ35 and W80 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ35 and W80.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos although you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern FZ35 should have a benefit in sensor technology.