Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony W230
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony W230 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
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced February 2009

Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony W230 Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FZ35 and Sony W230, 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 W230 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FZ35 was released 17 months later than the W230 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ35 matches up against the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Sony W230
FZ35 | W230 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Panasonic FZ35
W230 | FZ35 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Sony W230
FZ35 | W230 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ35 has physical measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Panasonic FZ35 and Sony W230 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ35 versus the W230.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and W230 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ35 and W230.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent FZ35 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Panasonic FZ35 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine V | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397 grams (0.88 lbs) | 156 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $999 | $180 |