Samsung HZ35W vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Its time to look a little more closely at the Samsung HZ35W versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The HZ35W was released 4 years before the DP2 Quattro and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the HZ35W matches up vs the DP2 Quattro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ35W & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung HZ35W has outer measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ35W versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the HZ35W against the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ35W and DP2 Quattro is 91 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ35W and DP2 Quattro.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The HZ35W because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older HZ35W is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.