Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic ZS35

Following is a extended review of the Panasonic G10 and Panasonic ZS35, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) and the G10 (Four Thirds) and ZS35 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G10 was unveiled 4 years before the ZS35 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the G10 grades against the ZS35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G10 features physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G10 and Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the G10 against the ZS35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G10 and ZS35 is 72 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G10 and ZS35.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G10 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS35 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G10 will be behind in sensor technology.