Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung SL720

The following is a in depth assessment of the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung SL720, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ35W was brought out 12 months after the SL720 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the HZ35W grades vs the SL720 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ35W & Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ35W enjoys outer dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung SL720 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the HZ35W compared to the SL720.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and SL720 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and SL720.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher HZ35W will have an advantage in sensor innovation.