Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony RX10 II

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony RX10 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is very similar but the ZS35 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The ZS35 was released 17 months earlier than the RX10 II making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ZS35 matches up vs the RX10 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS35 comes with exterior measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony RX10 II has measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony RX10 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS35 against the RX10 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS35 and RX10 II is 89 and 58 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS35 and RX10 II.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS35 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony RX10 II will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older ZS35 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.