Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony HX400V

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FZ35 and Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ35 (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ35 was unveiled 4 years before the HX400V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FZ35 matches up vs the HX400V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ35 has got physical dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ35 and Sony HX400V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ35 versus the HX400V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ35 and HX400V is 72 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ35 and HX400V.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to deliver greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older FZ35 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.