Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-50

Here is a complete overview of the Panasonic ZS35 versus Pentax K-50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is pretty close but the ZS35 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The ZS35 was introduced 2 months later than the K-50 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the ZS35 scores against the K-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Pentax K-50. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS35 has exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS35 versus Pentax K-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the ZS35 vs the K-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS35 and K-50 is 89 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS35 and K-50.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The ZS35 has got the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher.