Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung MV800

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung MV800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ35W was released 14 months before the MV800 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the HZ35W matches up vs the MV800 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ35W and Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W enjoys exterior dimensions 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 MV800 has sizing of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung MV800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the HZ35W and the MV800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and MV800 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ35W and MV800.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung MV800 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older HZ35W will be behind with regard to sensor technology.