Olympus E-3 vs Samsung HZ35W

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus E-3 versus Samsung HZ35W, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-3 (10MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is fairly well matched but the E-3 (Four Thirds) and HZ35W (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The E-3 was announced 3 years before the HZ35W which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the E-3 matches up against the HZ35W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-3 & Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-3 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-3 provides physical measurements of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-3 versus Samsung HZ35W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the E-3 vs the HZ35W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-3 and HZ35W is 56 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The pic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-3 and HZ35W.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-3 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung HZ35W will give extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged E-3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.