Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700
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Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(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
- Released June 2010
- Alternative Name is WB650
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Released January 2011

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The HZ35W was unveiled 6 months before the ST700 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the HZ35W scores vs the ST700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W and Samsung ST700. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Samsung ST700
HZ35W | ST700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Samsung HZ35W
ST700 | HZ35W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung ST700
HZ35W | ST700 | |||
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Released | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W provides outside dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST700 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the HZ35W versus the ST700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and ST700 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and ST700.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST700 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Samsung HZ35W | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung HZ35W | Samsung ST700 |
Otherwise known as | WB650 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 614 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $280 |