Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB35F

Here, we are comparing the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung WB35F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ15W was brought out 5 years prior to the WB35F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the HZ15W scores vs the WB35F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ15W and Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ15W Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung HZ15W offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ15W vs the WB35F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ15W and WB35F is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ15W and WB35F.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB35F to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older HZ15W will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.