Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung HZ35W
91 Imaging
35 Features
44 Overall
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91 Imaging
35 Features
42 Overall
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Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Announced February 2012
- Replaced the Canon SX230 HS
- New Model is Canon SX260 HS
(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
- Introduced June 2010
- Alternate Name is WB650

Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Below is a complete assessment of the Canon SX240 HS and Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX240 HS was unveiled 21 months later than the HZ35W making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX240 HS grades versus the HZ35W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Samsung HZ35W
SX240 HS | HZ35W | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Canon SX240 HS
HZ35W | SX240 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+153k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Samsung HZ35W
SX240 HS | HZ35W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS has physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX240 HS and Samsung HZ35W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX240 HS against the HZ35W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and HZ35W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and HZ35W.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX240 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Samsung HZ35W |
Also referred to as | - | WB650 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 224g (0.49 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $300 |