Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony HX300

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and HX300 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was revealed 3 years earlier than the HX300 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FZ35 grades versus the HX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ35 has exterior 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) whilst the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony HX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ35 vs the HX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ35 and HX300 is 72 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ35 and HX300.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX300 to produce extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.