Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL102
Portability
91 Imaging
35 Features
42 Overall
37
91 Imaging
35 Features
42 Overall
37
Portability
96 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
28
96 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
28
Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
Samsung HZ35W
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(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced June 2010
- Alternative Name is WB650
Samsung SL102
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(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Additionally referred to as ES55
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Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL102, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the HZ35W grades vs the SL102 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Samsung SL102
| HZ35W | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2010 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Samsung HZ35W
| SL102 | HZ35W |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung SL102
| HZ35W | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ35W comes with physical dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has dimensions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the HZ35W against the SL102.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and SL102 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ35W and SL102.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung HZ35W to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher HZ35W provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Photography Glossary Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Samsung HZ35W Portrait photography advice
Samsung SL102 Portrait photography advice
focusing manually
includes face detection focus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
comes with face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Samsung HZ35W Street photography highlights
Samsung SL102 Street photography highlights
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (245g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lighter than others (116 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Samsung HZ35W Sports photography factors
Samsung SL102 Sports photography factors
incredible zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel photography with Samsung HZ35W
Travel photography with Samsung SL102
lighter than competition (245g)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (360mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
lighter than others (116 grams)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
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Samsung HZ35W as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Landscape photography camera
focusing manually
decently wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
fast max aperture (f)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
tiny screen (2.5")
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Samsung HZ35W as a Vlogging camera
Samsung SL102 as a Vlogging camera
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
lighter than competition (245 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone port
fast max aperture (f)
comes with face detection focusing
lighter than others (116 grams)
wide angle not good (35mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external microphone socket
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Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
| Samsung HZ35W | Samsung SL102 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
| Model | Samsung HZ35W | Samsung SL102 |
| Alternate name | WB650 | ES55 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 614k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 245 gr (0.54 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $300 | $130 |
