Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A900

Lets look much closer at the Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and A900 (25MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and A900 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The HZ35W was introduced 21 months later than the A900 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the HZ35W scores against the A900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony A900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ35W enjoys physical 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 A900 has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Compare the Samsung HZ35W vs Sony A900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the HZ35W vs the A900.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and A900 is 91 and 54 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ35W and A900.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HZ35W with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A900 will render more detail using its extra 13MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern HZ35W is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.