Canon S120 vs Samsung HZ35W
92 Imaging
37 Features
57 Overall
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91 Imaging
35 Features
42 Overall
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Canon S120 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 217g - 100 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched November 2013
- Succeeded the Canon S110
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Also Known as WB650

Canon S120 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon S120 and Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively close but the S120 (1/1.7") and HZ35W (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

The S120 was revealed 3 years later than the HZ35W and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S120 grades versus the HZ35W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S120 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 & Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S120 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S120 over the Samsung HZ35W
S120 | HZ35W | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 42 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Canon S120
HZ35W | S120 |
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Common features in the Canon S120 and Samsung HZ35W
S120 | HZ35W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon S120 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon S120 offers external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon S120 and Samsung HZ35W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S120 and the HZ35W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and HZ35W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Canon S120 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S120 and HZ35W.
As you can see, both cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The S120 has got the bigger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh simpler. The younger S120 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon S120 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S120 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Canon PowerShot S120 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S120 | Samsung HZ35W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB650 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-11-26 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 217 gr (0.48 lbs) | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 246 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $449 | $300 |