Olympus 7030 vs Samsung HZ35W

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus 7030 and Samsung HZ35W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was unveiled 5 months before the HZ35W and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the 7030 scores versus the HZ35W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are available at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7030 enjoys physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 7030 and Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 7030 and the HZ35W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and HZ35W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 7030 and HZ35W.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus 7030 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively.