Canon A800 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Canon A800 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 186g - 94 x 61 x 31mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Alternative Name is WB650
Canon A800 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon A800 and Samsung HZ35W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A800 (10MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A800 was unveiled 7 months after the HZ35W which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the A800 grades versus the HZ35W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A800 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A800 and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are provided at Canon A800 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Samsung HZ35W
A800 | HZ35W | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | June 2010 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Canon A800
HZ35W | A800 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 115k | Sharper display (+499k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A800 and Samsung HZ35W
A800 | HZ35W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon A800 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A800 provides physical dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Canon A800 and Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A800 vs the HZ35W.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A800 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.
Canon A800 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A800 and HZ35W.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ35W to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern A800 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Canon A800 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A800 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Canon PowerShot A800 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A800 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also referred to as | - | WB650 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 3 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 186g (0.41 lbs) | 245g (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 61 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $90 | $300 |