Panasonic GH3 vs Panasonic ZS35

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic GH3 versus Panasonic ZS35, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the GH3 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the GH3 (Four Thirds) and ZS35 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The GH3 was unveiled 15 months earlier than the ZS35 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GH3 scores versus the ZS35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GH3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH3 has got exterior measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GH3 and the ZS35.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH3 and ZS35 is 66 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GH3 and ZS35.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The GH3 features the bigger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh easier. The older GH3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.