Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W230

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic ZS35 and Sony W230, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the ZS35 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was brought out 4 years later than the W230 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the ZS35 matches up versus the W230 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS35 offers 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) whilst the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS35 and Sony W230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS35 vs the W230.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS35 and W230 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and W230.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS35 to resolve extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger ZS35 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.