Canon D10 vs Samsung HZ35W

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon D10 versus Samsung HZ35W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The D10 was introduced 11 months before the HZ35W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the D10 matches up against the HZ35W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D10 and Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon D10 enjoys outer measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and 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).

See the Canon D10 versus Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the D10 and the HZ35W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and HZ35W is 89 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D10 and HZ35W.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older D10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.