Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung HZ35W

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-810 and Samsung HZ35W, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-810 was introduced 15 months later than the HZ35W making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-810 scores versus the HZ35W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-810 & Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-810 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-810 enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-810 against the HZ35W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-810 and HZ35W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-810 and HZ35W.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-810 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TG-810 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.