Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax VS20

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was revealed 24 months later than the VS20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ZS35 matches up vs the VS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS35 enjoys outside measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS35 compared to the VS20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and VS20 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS35 and VS20.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern ZS35 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.