Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung HZ35W

Let's look a little more in depth at the Samsung HZ30W and Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are built by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was introduced 4 months prior to the HZ35W and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the HZ30W grades vs the HZ35W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ30W and Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ30W features outside measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ30W compared to the HZ35W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ30W and HZ35W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and HZ35W.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should take the release date of the cameras into account.