Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W
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Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Revealed May 2016
(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
- Revealed June 2010
- Alternative Name is WB650

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was announced 5 years after the HZ35W which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX620 HS matches up vs the HZ35W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Samsung HZ35W
SX620 HS | HZ35W | |||
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Revealed | May 2016 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 72 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper display (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Canon SX620 HS
HZ35W | SX620 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Samsung HZ35W
SX620 HS | HZ35W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS features physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX620 HS versus the HZ35W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and HZ35W.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX620 HS to resolve greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Samsung HZ35W |
Other name | - | WB650 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2016-05-10 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
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 | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.5 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 295 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $279 | $300 |