Canon SX50 HS vs Samsung HZ35W

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX50 HS and Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was unveiled 2 years after the HZ35W which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX50 HS scores vs the HZ35W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX50 HS offers exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX50 HS and Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX50 HS vs the HZ35W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX50 HS and HZ35W is 65 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and HZ35W.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SX50 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.