Kodak Z990 vs Samsung HZ35W
68 Imaging
35 Features
42 Overall
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91 Imaging
35 Features
42 Overall
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Kodak Z990 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Announced January 2011
- Other Name is EasyShare Max
(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
- Introduced June 2010
- Additionally Known as WB650

Kodak Z990 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Its time to look closer at the Kodak Z990 versus Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Samsung. The resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Z990 was launched 7 months later than the HZ35W and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Z990 scores vs the HZ35W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak Z990 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z990 over the Samsung HZ35W
Z990 | HZ35W | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Kodak Z990
HZ35W | Z990 | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z990 and Samsung HZ35W
Z990 | HZ35W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Kodak Z990 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z990 offers outer measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z990 versus Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Z990 compared to the HZ35W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z990 and HZ35W is 68 and 91 respectively.

Kodak Z990 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z990 and HZ35W.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos though you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer Z990 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak Z990 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z990 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z990 | Samsung HZ35W |
Otherwise known as | EasyShare Max | WB650 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-04 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.90 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 445g (0.98 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 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 model | 4 x AA | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $299 | $300 |