Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony HX300

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was introduced 11 months later than the HX300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ZS35 grades against the HX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS35 comes with external 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) while the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony HX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS35 against the HX300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS35 and HX300 is 89 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS35 and HX300.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX300 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher ZS35 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.