Panasonic ZR3 vs Panasonic ZS35

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic ZR3 and Panasonic ZS35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was launched 5 years prior to the ZS35 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ZR3 scores vs the ZS35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR3 features outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZR3 against the ZS35.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZR3 and ZS35 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR3 and ZS35.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS35 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older ZR3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.