Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS35

Following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS35, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and ZS35 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX1 was released 23 months before the ZS35 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GX1 scores against the ZS35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX1 provides external dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the GX1 against the ZS35.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX1 and ZS35 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and ZS35.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GX1 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The more aged GX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.