Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A550
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Alternate Name is WB650
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 632g - 137 x 104 x 84mm
- Revealed December 2009
- Older Model is Sony A100
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A550 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony A550, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the A550 (14MP) is very similar but the HZ35W (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe HZ35W was manufactured 7 months later than the A550 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the HZ35W matches up against the A550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A550 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Sony A550
HZ35W | A550 | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | December 2009 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A550 over the Samsung HZ35W
A550 | HZ35W | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 614k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Sony A550
HZ35W | A550 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A550 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ35W enjoys outer 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 A550 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).
Examine the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony A550 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the HZ35W against the A550.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and A550 is 91 and 63 respectively.
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A550 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and A550.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HZ35W due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A550 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger HZ35W will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A550 Specifications
Samsung HZ35W | Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung HZ35W | Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 |
Also referred to as | WB650 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2009-12-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 614k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 grams (0.54 lbs) | 632 grams (1.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 137 x 104 x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 807 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 480 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-11A | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $300 | $749 |