Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS35

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic TS1 vs Panasonic ZS35, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was released 6 years prior to the ZS35 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the TS1 scores against the ZS35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the TS1 vs the ZS35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and ZS35 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and ZS35.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS35 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older TS1 will be behind in sensor technology.