Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Released June 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB650

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was unveiled 20 months after the HZ35W which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the HZ35W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Samsung HZ35W
EX-ZR15 | HZ35W | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Casio EX-ZR15
HZ35W | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+153k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Samsung HZ35W
EX-ZR15 | HZ35W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the HZ35W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and HZ35W.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR15 to show extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR15 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also Known as | - | WB650 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 325 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-110 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $300 |