Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A7S II

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony A7S II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is very comparable but the HZ35W (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.

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The HZ35W was introduced 6 years prior to the A7S II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the HZ35W matches up vs the A7S II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W & Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W has external dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A7S II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the HZ35W and the A7S II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ35W and A7S II is 91 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and A7S II.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The HZ35W includes the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more aged HZ35W will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.