Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Released July 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010

Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FZ35 was announced very close to the H55 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FZ35 grades versus the H55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Sony H55
FZ35 | H55 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Panasonic FZ35
H55 | FZ35 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Sony H55
FZ35 | H55 | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ35 enjoys external dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ35 vs the H55.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and H55 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ35 and H55.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony H55 to resolve greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.

Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony H55 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine V | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397g (0.88 lbs) | 200g (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $999 | $235 |