Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic ZS35

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic ZS35, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was announced 3 years earlier than the ZS35 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the LS5 grades versus the ZS35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LS5 features outer dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has dimensions 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 out the Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the LS5 compared to the ZS35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LS5 and ZS35 is 94 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LS5 and ZS35.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS35 to offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged LS5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.