Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung HZ35W

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon SX520 HS versus Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was released 4 years after the HZ35W which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX520 HS matches up against the HZ35W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys outside measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Canon SX520 HS versus Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX520 HS against the HZ35W.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and HZ35W is 69 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and HZ35W.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX520 HS to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger SX520 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.