Panasonic ZS10 vs Panasonic ZS35

Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic ZS10 and Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was introduced 3 years prior to the ZS35 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ZS10 scores versus the ZS35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS10 offers outer dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has measurements 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 ZS10 and Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the ZS10 versus the ZS35.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and ZS35 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS10 and ZS35.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS35 to offer you more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged ZS10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.