Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200
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Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2010

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The HZ35W was revealed around the same time to the PL200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the HZ35W grades versus the PL200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ35W and Samsung PL200. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Samsung PL200
HZ35W | PL200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Samsung HZ35W
PL200 | HZ35W |
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Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung PL200
HZ35W | PL200 | |||
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Introduced | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ35W enjoys external 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) whilst the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ35W vs the PL200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ35W and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and PL200.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung PL200 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Samsung HZ35W | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung HZ35W | Samsung PL200 |
Also referred to as | WB650 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2010-07-21 |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 614 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 lbs) | 170g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | SLB-11A | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $0 |