Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Samsung WB35F

Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Samsung WB35F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and WB35F (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The XZ-2 iHS was revealed 12 months prior to the WB35F which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the XZ-2 iHS scores against the WB35F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus XZ-2 iHS & Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are available at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS features external dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the XZ-2 iHS versus the WB35F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-2 iHS and WB35F is 85 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the XZ-2 iHS and WB35F.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The XZ-2 iHS having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung WB35F will give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged XZ-2 iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.