Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony HX100V

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FZ35 versus Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was introduced 15 months earlier than the HX100V making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FZ35 grades against the HX100V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 comes with outside measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ35 and the HX100V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ35 and HX100V is 72 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ35 and HX100V.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX100V to render greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.