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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ35 Comparison

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Panasonic FX48

12 MP | 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) CCD Sensor

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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ35 Comparison Overview

Here we are comparing two Panasonic cameras cameras with different body types: Panasonic FX48, which was introduced in January 2009 is a Small Sensor Compact camera with a 12.0MP 1/2.3-inch sensor whereas Panasonic FZ35, which was introduced in July 2010 is a Small Sensor Superzoom camera with a 12.0MP 1/2.3-inch sensor. There is 17 months difference between FX48 and FZ35 so we don't expect to see a huge technology difference between these two cameras but it would still give an advantage to younger FZ35, especially in sensor tech.

Here is a brief look at the main features of Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Panasonic FX48 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2009-01-27
  • 12MP - 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
  • ISO 80 - 3200 ( expands to 6400)
  • 25-125 mm F2.8-5.9 Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 2.5" Fixed Type Screen
  • 2 fps continuous shooting
  • - 640 x 480 video resolution
  • 150g. 95 x 53 x 22 mm
  • Also known as Lumix DMC-FX40

Panasonic FZ35 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2010-07-06
  • 12MP - 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 27-486 mm F2.8-4.4 Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 2.7" Fixed Type Screen
  • Electronic viewfinder
  • 2 fps continuous shooting
  • HD - 1280 x 720 video resolution
  • 397g. 118 x 76 x 89 mm
  • Also known as Lumix DMC-FZ38

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.

Reasons to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
Max Mech. Shutter
1/3000s vs 1/2000s faster mechanical shutter
Weight
150 g vs 397 g 247 g lighter
Focal Length - Wide
25mm vs 27mm 2 mm wider coverage


Reasons to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48
Viewfinder
Electronic vs None Better framing and control
RAW Support
Yes vs No Better image quality
Max ISO
6.400 vs 3.200 100% higher Max ISO
LCD Screen Size
2.7" vs 2.5" 0.2 inches larger display
Focal Length - Tele
486mm vs 125mm 361 mm longer tele reach
Optical Zoom
18× vs 5× more flexible focal coverage
Max Aperture - Tele
4.40 vs 5.90 faster lens at tele
Flash Coverage
8.5m vs 6.0m 2.5m longer range
Max Video Resolution
1280 x 720 vs 640 x 480 Higher Resolution Video

Common Strengths of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
Image Stabilization
Optical vs Optical Sharper images at longer focal lengths and long exposures
Built-in Flash
Yes vs Yes Useful in low-light
Face Detection Focus
Yes vs Yes very handy for portraits
Manual Exposure
Yes vs Yes better exposure control
Common Weaknesses of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
Fixed Screen
Fixed Type vs No No flexible viewing angles
External Flash Shoe
No vs No Not suitable for flash photography
LCD Screen Size
2.5" vs 2.7" Small display
LCD Screen Resolution
230k dots vs 230k dots Low resolution screens
Continuous Shooting
2.0fps vs 2.0fps Slow shooting speeds
Environmental Sealing
No vs No not suitable for tough conditions
AE Bracketing
No vs No Not good for multi-exposure HDR
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ35: Physical Specs and Body features Comparison

Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, We are going to illustrate Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FX48 has external dimensions of 95 x 53 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.09 x 0.87″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ35 has external dimensions of 118 x 76 x 89 mm (4.65 x 2.99 x 3.5″) and weighs 397 g (0.88 lb / 14.00 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35. Panasonic FX48 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 23mm narrower, 23mm shorter and 67mm thinner than Panasonic FZ35.

Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ35 Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35.

Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ35 Camera Size Comparison - Back View
Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 Size and Weight - Back View

Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Panasonic FX48 is significantly lighter (247g ) than the Panasonic FZ35 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 (Lumix DMC-FX40) nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 (Lumix DMC-FZ38) provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections:
Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing

LCD Screen Size and Features

Panasonic FZ35's 2.7" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FX48's 2.5" screen.

Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ35: Sensor Comparison

Both Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 have 1/2.3-inch sized 12.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.

Below you can see the FX48 and FZ35 sensor size comparison.

Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Size Comparison
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 Cameras


Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 have sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ35 Lens Specs Comparison

Panasonic FX48 features a 25-125 mm F2.8-5.9 5× zoom lens whereas Panasonic FZ35 features a 27-486 mm F2.8-4.4 18× zoom lens.

Panasonic FX48 has 2mm wider coverage than the Panasonic FZ35. Both cameras has a max aperture of f2.80 at the wide end. On the tele end, Panasonic FZ35 has 361mm longer reach than the Panasonic FX48. At f4.40, it is also faster at tele end.

Wide Coverage

Compact Cameras

FX48
FZ35
Widest - Ricoh WG-M1
Average
Telezoom

DSLR-Like Cameras

FX48
FZ35
Longest - Canon SX520 HS
Average
Max Aperture at Tele

DSLR-Like Cameras

FX48
FZ35
Fastest - Ricoh GR Digital IV
Average
Max Aperture at Wide

DSLR-Like Cameras

FX48
FZ35
Fastest - Leica D-Lux 6
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What types of Photography are Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 Good for?
In this section, we rank and compare Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Panasonic FX48 for Portrait Photography

POOR

Panasonic FZ35 for Portrait Photography

AVERAGE
Image Stabilization
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No External Flash Shoe
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Panasonic FX48 for Street Photography

AVERAGE

Panasonic FZ35 for Street Photography

GOOD
Image Stabilization
Small Body
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.80
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.80
27 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Medium sized Body
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
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Panasonic FX48 for Sports Photography

POOR

Panasonic FZ35 for Sports Photography

AVERAGE
Image Stabilization
Manual Exposure Mode
11 Focus Points
Average Max shutter speed: 1/3000s
125 mm Tele Lens
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Slow Continuous Shooting: 2.0fps
Environmental Sealings
Slow Lens at Tele: f5.90
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
486 mm Tele Lens
Fast Lens at Tele: f4.40
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
No External Flash Shoe
Slow Continuous Shooting: 2.0fps
Environmental Sealings
Focus Points
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Panasonic FX48 for Daily Photography

AVERAGE

Panasonic FZ35 for Daily Photography

GOOD
Compact Body
150g
Body Thickness 22mm
5.0X Optical Zoom
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
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RAW shooting capability
18.0X Optical Zoom
Medium size Body
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
397g
Body Thickness 89mm
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Panasonic FX48 for Landscape Photography

POOR

Panasonic FZ35 for Landscape Photography

POOR
Manual Exposure Mode
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Focus Mode
No Environmental Sealings
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Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
27 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No Environmental Sealings
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ35: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ35 scores compare:

Panasonic FX48
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #299 out of 475 in Compact cameras
Ranked #930 out of 1223 in all Cameras
Panasonic FZ35
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #47 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked #533 out of 1223 in all Cameras

Panasonic FZ35 is the overall winner of this comparison. It has a higher Overall Score and beats Panasonic FX48 in all criteria except one: Portability.
If small size and light body is a big priority for you, choose Panasonic FX48. Otherwise, Panasonic FZ35 is the better camera overall.

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Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic FX48 Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Announced 2009-01-27 2010-07-06
Body Type Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor
Type CCD CCD
Size 1/2.3-inch 1/2.3-inch
Dimensions 6.08 x 4.56 mm 6.08 x 4.56 mm
Area 27.72mm2 27.72mm2
Megapixels 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Max Resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max Native Light sensitivity 3,200 ISO 6,400 ISO
Max Boosted Light Sensitivity 6400 ISO -
Min Native Light sensitivity 80 ISO 80 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points 11 n/a
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens Focal Range 25-125 mm (5×) 27-486 mm (18×)
Max Aperture F2.8-5.9 F2.8-4.4
Macro Focus Range 5cm 1cm
Screen
Type Fixed type Fixed type
Size 2.5" 2.7"
Resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder None Electronic
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter 1/3000s 1/2000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization Optical Optical
Built-in Flash
Flash Range 6.00 m 8.50 m
External Flash
Continuous Shooting 2.0 fps 2.0 fps
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution 640 x 480 1280 x 720
Video Formats Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity None None
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight 150g 397g
Dimensions 95 x 53 x 22mm 118 x 76 x 89mm
Battery Life n/a n/a
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS None None
DxO Sensor Scores
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