Canon S95 vs Samsung HZ35W

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon S95 vs Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty comparable but the S95 (1/1.7") and HZ35W (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The S95 was revealed 6 months later than the HZ35W which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S95 matches up against the HZ35W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 & Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon S95 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S95 versus the HZ35W.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and HZ35W.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S95 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung HZ35W will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.