Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS35

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic SZ1 versus Panasonic ZS35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was brought out 24 months prior to the ZS35 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the SZ1 scores versus the ZS35 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ1 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic SZ1 versus Panasonic ZS35 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ1 and the ZS35.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and ZS35 is 95 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ1 and ZS35.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files however you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The older SZ1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.