- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
- 12 MP
- 18x f/2.8
- 1/2.5" CCD
- 2.7" LCD
Released July, 2009
Rated 90% by by Photography Blog (Jul, 2009)The Panasonic FZ38's Intelligent Auto mode also works in movies as well as for still photos.
Conclusion Check out the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
12 MP
1/2.5"
Rated 100% by by TrustedReviews (May, 2011)Build quality, handling, features, performance, image quality and versatility are superior to any of its immediate rivals, and the excellent video quality is icing on the cake.
megapixels
| 0 MP | 17.9 MP    | 20 MP |
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Tracy-C (Nov, 2009)This is my 3rd Lumix (it replaces my 5mp FZ5 which is still a great camera - but I was looking for more zoom & megapixels).
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Johnny-Sprocket--Marine (Dec, 2009)1st there isn't going to be a big difference in pixels like 10.1 megapixels to 12.2 megapixels so don't spend alot on this kind of difference.
sensor size
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by D.-DEGEORGE (Jul, 2010)These findings are not to imply that a relatively inexpensive compact can match the quality of a pricey DSLR or Four Thirds system (by the time one outfits it with extra lenses).
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Morgan-Witthoft (Sep, 2009)This could be an issue with quality of focus or with the size of the sensor (other users have raised issues about the sensor size - - I don't quite understand it).
wide angle lens
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Michael-A.-Duvernois (Sep, 2009)Where this camera wins out is for a very simple kit covering wide angle (27mm equivalent for a 35mm camera) and the stunning 18x zoom.
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by R.-Hermann (Nov, 2009)It's rated at 18X, which gets noticeably closer than my 10X Olympus, but also zooms out to a 27mm equivalent wide angle, which is handy.
aperture size
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Cop3--Rock-and-Roll-for-the-PeoplePicture quality and features aside, this camera is easy to use for the beginner who can gradually improve their skills by using the shutter speed/aperture priorities or manual mode, or automatic, or choose one of the many scene modes depending upon the situation.
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Photography Blog (Jul, 2009)The new Creative Movie shooting mode allows you to set the shutter speed, aperture or both settings manually during recording (a Program option is also available).
zoom range
| 0x | 6x   | 20x |
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Michael-A.-Duvernois (Sep, 2009)The image stabilizer seems to work extremely well, especially at moderate zoom (say 50-150mm equivalent), the battery lasted about 300 shots with some flash use in there, and image quality (subjective, not measured scientifically) was quite good.
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Ambler (Mar, 2011)I bought the FZ-35 and sure enough it is just as easy to use as my beloved FZ-18 with many improvements including video zoom, better audio, software, resolution and speed.
body size
118 x 76 x 89 mm
95 x 58 x 19 mm
95 x 56 x 24 mm
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by KitchenTVwatcherOverall, if you are taking a trip and want an all in one camera, with light weight, tons of manual options and capable of superb shots in any light...then this is the camera for you.
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by S.-Andresen--Beach-Always (Sep, 2009)This camera is easy to use, and is lightweight, making it easy to carry.
Performance Real world tests of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
battery life
470 photos
175 photos
180 photos
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Oldanalyst (Apr, 2010)In summary, I feel the lens system is excellent, the vibration reduction is excellent, the quality of pictures is just short of excellent but as good as you are going to get from a non DSLR, the menu system is logically laid out and the battery life is excellent.
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Photography Blog (Jul, 2009)Other key improvements worthy of mention include the noticeably faster start-up and focus times thanks to the new Venus Engine HD5 processing engine, longer battery life, addition of Face Recognition to the Intelligent Auto shooting mode, and the new High Dynamic Range mode which is surprisingly effective.
max continuous shooting
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by c|net (Oct, 2009)While burst shooting runs at about 2fps, faster than the rest, it's limited to three shots at full quality (five at most).
Lumix DMC-FZ35 by Oldanalyst (Apr, 2010)I was able to use burst modes to get shots of birds flying and ducks moving around in our pond.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Contrast detection focusing system -
HD video -
Gives you more flexibility when framing your shot -
f/2.8 to f/8.0 -
18x -
Adjust white balance and exposure more easily in post production -
10 mm -
470 -
87.6% -
60 s
cons
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Jul, 2009 -
230 k dots -
2.7" -
HD video -
12 MP -
2.3 fps -
No automatic 3D -
2,000 ms -
No automatic stitching -
No automatic HDR -
Lacks the ability to create slow motion video -
89 mm -
118 x 76 x 89 mm
Reviews Word on the street
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 | Rated by 190 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by Mary-Mcgettigan (Dec, 2009) Rated 100% by by Matthew-Mcdonald--AngelofWAR (May, 2010) Rated 100% by by W.-Reven (Feb, 2011) |
Lens
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Cop3--Rock-and-Roll-for-the-PeopleI purchased the wide angle and exta zoom lenses because they came on sale, but really, you don't need them given the range of the supplied Leica lens.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Alin-S.-Steglinski (Oct, 2009)The image quality is superb, even if you barely have set up the camera it looks great, slightly noisy when you have 22x of zoom but I expect that from any digital camera after you hit the 18x optical and slip into digital zoom, It still looks freaking awesome.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by T.-Meyer (Oct, 2009)I really wanted a great zoom so I could take it to baseball games and get good pictures even if I wasnt super close.
Video
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by S.-Hock--slhimages (Oct, 2009)The fact you also get very nice HD video in one package is a bonus.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Floyd-Goodrich--Jim-G. (Dec, 2009)I've tried the intelligent auto and it works great, there is no need to do anything to get great looking JPEG and videos but I also love the way you can use different settings while shooting video, that's something most others don't have.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Deborah-Stiles (Aug, 2010)I recently took it on a whale watch and got wonderful movie footage and if I wasn't directly in the wind it picked up sound very well also.
Zoom
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Peter-Brain (Apr, 2009)We purchased the 2x telephoto zoom with adapter for $32 as an accessory, which is supposed to increase the optical zoom capability to 36x.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Andrew-S (Dec, 2009)I am so excited I am actually reviewing their camera because we played with that one first (mine is still in the box for the holidays)...There simply is no other camera that performs this well in this price range...I personally think its is better than any DSLR under $1000...it kills the canon and any other zoom camera and takes great!
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Joshmo--tech-geek (Nov, 2009)I will just say I highly recommend this camera to anyone looking for a superzoom.
Image quality
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Jean-Pierre-Lara-A (Jan, 2010)The picture quality is very good and the most important thing is that if you are not happy with the result you can set up parameters like saturation, sharp or contrast and get the quality picture in the way you wish.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by PGMS--PGMSThe picture quality was always superior, and unlike digital point and shoots, they didn't break just by looking at them.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Nancy-N (Jan, 2010)Its auto intelligence mode is photographically smarter than I am, and truly seems to have an inner sense of what is needed to produce top quality photos.
Photography
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Karan-Madan (Jan, 2010)True, it has great features and good hardware, but it relies heavily upon its iA (Intelligent Auto) mode for photography.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by Kvaker (Feb, 2011)This camera does an amazing job compensating for all of my photography 'shortcomings', and that's one of the main reasons I love it.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Rated 100% by by E.-Adonis--pinoyman (May, 2010)The camera and its multitude of functions are very easy to learn, if, and I say "If" you already have a lot of knowledge with photography.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Nikon Coolpix S6300 2-way tie: Automatic panorama Nikon Coolpix S6300 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
 | 2 | Canon EOS 650D Largest sensor Canon EOS 650D vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
 | 3 | Nikon 1 J1 Fastest rapid fire mode Nikon 1 J1 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
 | 5 | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS OK contrast-detection focus points Canon PowerShot A4000 IS vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
 | 6 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 Good benchmarked shot to shot times Nikon Coolpix S3300 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
 | 7 | Samsung ST66 Fastest lens Samsung ST66 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
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Editions Editions of the Panasonic DMC-FZ35 / DMC-FZ38
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