Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic ZS35

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic G5 versus Panasonic ZS35, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is fairly close but the G5 (Four Thirds) and ZS35 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The G5 was introduced 17 months before the ZS35 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G5 matches up against the ZS35 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G5 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G5 has got outside dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G5 versus Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the G5 vs the ZS35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G5 and ZS35 is 74 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 and ZS35.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The G5 has got the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The more aged G5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.