Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony H70

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS35 and Sony H70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was manufactured 3 years after the H70 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS35 scores versus the H70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS35 has got outer dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony H70 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS35 and Sony H70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS35 compared to the H70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and H70 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS35 and H70.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger ZS35 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.