Samsung CL5 vs Sony A35

In this article, we are matching up the Samsung CL5 versus Sony A35, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and A35 (16MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and A35 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CL5 was announced 3 years before the A35 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the CL5 grades vs the A35 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL5 & Sony SLT-A35. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung CL5 features external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony A35 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the CL5 versus the A35.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL5 and A35 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The pic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL5 and A35.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CL5 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A35 will render extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged CL5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.