Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched August 2009
(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

Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Casio EX-Z33 and Samsung HZ35W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z33 was brought out 9 months prior to the HZ35W so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-Z33 matches up against the HZ35W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Samsung HZ35W
EX-Z33 | HZ35W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Casio EX-Z33
HZ35W | EX-Z33 | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 9 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Samsung HZ35W
EX-Z33 | HZ35W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z33 and Samsung HZ35W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z33 versus the HZ35W.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and HZ35W is 97 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z33 and HZ35W.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung HZ35W to show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also called | - | WB650 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106 gr (0.23 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 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 model | NP-82 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $120 | $300 |