Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A550

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.