Samsung HZ35W vs Sony a1

Here is a extended comparison of the Samsung HZ35W vs Sony a1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The HZ35W was announced 11 years earlier than the a1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the HZ35W scores against the a1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ35W & Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ35W has got 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 a1 has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the HZ35W and the a1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and a1 is 91 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ35W and a1.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HZ35W with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony a1 will render greater detail with its extra 38MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older HZ35W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.