Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung TL100

Let's look more closely at the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung TL100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ35W was manufactured 18 months later than the TL100 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the HZ35W grades versus the TL100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ35W & Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ35W comes with outer measurements 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 TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the HZ35W vs the TL100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and TL100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ35W and TL100.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher HZ35W provides an edge in sensor innovation.