Olympus 6020 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Olympus 6020 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 122g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced February 2010
- Additionally referred to as mju Tough 6020
(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
- Revealed June 2010
- Also Known as WB650

Olympus 6020 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus 6020 vs Samsung HZ35W, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The 6020 was launched 4 months prior to the HZ35W which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 6020 matches up vs the HZ35W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 6020 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 & Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Samsung HZ35W
6020 | HZ35W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Olympus 6020
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 6020 and Samsung HZ35W
6020 | HZ35W | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Olympus 6020 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6020 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Olympus 6020 vs Samsung HZ35W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 6020 vs the HZ35W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and HZ35W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Olympus 6020 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and HZ35W.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus 6020 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

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Olympus 6020 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also referred to as | mju Tough 6020 | WB650 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 122 grams (0.27 lbs) | 245 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 model | Li-50B | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $279 | $300 |