Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL30
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Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL30 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
- Launched June 2010
- Alternative Name is WB650
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Additionally Known as ES15

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL30 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung SL30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The HZ35W was released 17 months later than the SL30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the HZ35W grades versus the SL30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ35W and Samsung SL30. The complete galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Samsung SL30
HZ35W | SL30 | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 17 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Samsung HZ35W
SL30 | HZ35W |
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Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung SL30
HZ35W | SL30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ35W features 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) while the Samsung SL30 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ35W compared to the SL30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and SL30 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and SL30.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung HZ35W to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern HZ35W provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Samsung HZ35W | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ35W | Samsung SL30 |
Also called | WB650 | ES15 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2009-02-17 |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 614k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
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 | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 pounds) | 140g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-11A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $300 | $93 |