Panasonic GX850 vs Panasonic ZS35

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic GX850 and Panasonic ZS35, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX850 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very similar but the GX850 (Four Thirds) and ZS35 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The GX850 was launched 3 years later than the ZS35 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GX850 scores against the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX850 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX850 has outside measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst 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).

Look at the Panasonic GX850 and Panasonic ZS35 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the GX850 compared to the ZS35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GX850 and ZS35 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GX850 and ZS35.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor measurements. The GX850 features the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The newer GX850 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.