Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony A230

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS35 versus Sony A230, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS35 (16MP) and A230 (10MP) and the ZS35 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS35 was manufactured 4 years after the A230 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ZS35 scores vs the A230 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS35 comes with exterior measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony A230 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS35 versus Sony A230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS35 vs the A230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and A230 is 89 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and A230.

Plainly, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ZS35 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic ZS35 will deliver more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ZS35 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.