Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony NEX-3

Let's look closer at the Panasonic FZ35 versus Sony NEX-3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the FZ35 (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The FZ35 was launched at a similar time to the NEX-3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FZ35 matches up against the NEX-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ35 enjoys physical dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3 has dimensions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ35 versus Sony NEX-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ35 vs the NEX-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ35 and NEX-3 is 72 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ35 and NEX-3.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FZ35 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony NEX-3 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively.