Samsung HZ35W vs Sony H400
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Additionally Known as WB650
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Released February 2014
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony H400 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung HZ35W vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe HZ35W was introduced 4 years prior to the H400 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the HZ35W scores against the H400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony H400 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Sony H400
HZ35W | H400 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 614k | 460k | Crisper screen (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Samsung HZ35W
H400 | HZ35W | |||
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Released | February 2014 | June 2010 | More modern by 44 months |
Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Sony H400
HZ35W | H400 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ35W features outer dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung HZ35W vs Sony H400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the HZ35W versus the H400.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ35W and H400.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony H400 to produce extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged HZ35W will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony H400 Specifications
Samsung HZ35W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung HZ35W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Also called as | WB650 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 614k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 8.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 X 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 lb) | 628g (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-11A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $300 | $268 |