Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W650
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W650 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS30
- New Model is Panasonic ZS40
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W650 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic ZS35 and Sony W650, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe ZS35 was revealed 2 years after the W650 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the ZS35 matches up against the W650 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W650 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Sony W650
ZS35 | W650 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | January 2012 | More modern by 25 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Panasonic ZS35
W650 | ZS35 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Sony W650
ZS35 | W650 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS35 features exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS35 and Sony W650 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS35 and the W650.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and W650 is 89 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS35 and W650.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you might want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern ZS35 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony W650 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) | 124 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $140 |