Panasonic ZS35 vs Panasonic ZS5
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS30
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS40
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Announced June 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ8
Panasonic ZS35 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS35 and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the ZS35 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe ZS35 was introduced 3 years later than the ZS5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ZS35 scores against the ZS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Panasonic ZS5
ZS35 | ZS5 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | June 2010 | Fresher by 44 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Panasonic ZS35
ZS5 | ZS35 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Panasonic ZS5
ZS35 | ZS5 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS35 features external dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS35 and Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS35 versus the ZS5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS35 and ZS5 is 89 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS35 and ZS5.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS35 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS35 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 grams (0.67 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $300 |