Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A380

The following is a in-depth review of the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony A380, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the A380 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the HZ35W (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The HZ35W was launched 10 months after the A380 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the HZ35W scores versus the A380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The complete galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ35W features exterior dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A380 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

Compare the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony A380 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the HZ35W vs the A380.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and A380 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and A380.

Plainly, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HZ35W because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A380 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent HZ35W is going to have an edge in sensor technology.