Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ35W

Below is a extensive review of the Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was introduced 13 months prior to the HZ35W making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX200 IS grades against the HZ35W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX200 IS offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while 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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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the HZ35W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and HZ35W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and HZ35W.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.