Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W
93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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91 Imaging
35 Features
42 Overall
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Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released March 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Released June 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB650

Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the S1 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S1 was launched 9 months after the HZ35W so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S1 grades versus the HZ35W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio S1 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax S1 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Samsung HZ35W
S1 | HZ35W | |||
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Released | March 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Pentax S1
HZ35W | S1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax S1 and Samsung HZ35W
S1 | HZ35W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax S1 has got outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S1 vs the HZ35W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and HZ35W.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax S1 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern S1 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax S1 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also called | - | WB650 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-03-02 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 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 format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 260 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $174 | $300 |