Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A390

The following is a complete assessment of the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony A390, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the A390 (14MP) is pretty close but the HZ35W (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The HZ35W was brought out at a similar time to the A390 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the HZ35W matches up vs the A390 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ35W & Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Sony A390 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ35W provides exterior measurements 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 Sony A390 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony A390 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ35W versus the A390.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and A390 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ35W and A390.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The HZ35W due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A390 will result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.