Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony QX100

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS35 versus Sony QX100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the ZS35 (1/2.3") and QX100 (1") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS35 was introduced 5 months after the QX100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ZS35 matches up vs the QX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS35 features external measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony QX100 has specifications of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS35 versus Sony QX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS35 against the QX100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS35 and QX100 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS35 and QX100.

Clearly, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZS35 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony QX100 will give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.