Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung HZ15W

The following is a complete review of the Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung HZ15W, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was released 13 months after the HZ15W which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-Z35 grades versus the HZ15W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z35 features external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung HZ15W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z35 and the HZ15W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and HZ15W is 96 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z35 and HZ15W.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-Z35 should have a benefit in sensor tech.