Casio EX-Z29 vs Samsung HZ35W

Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-Z29 versus Samsung HZ35W, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and HZ35W (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The EX-Z29 was launched 15 months earlier than the HZ35W which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-Z29 matches up against the HZ35W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z29 has got exterior measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 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).

Examine the Casio EX-Z29 versus Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z29 vs the HZ35W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z29 and HZ35W is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z29 and HZ35W.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z29 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung HZ35W will produce more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-Z29 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.