Samsung HZ35W vs Sony HX1

Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung HZ35W and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor measurements.

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The HZ35W was revealed 14 months after the HX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the HZ35W grades against the HX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ35W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung HZ35W has physical measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ35W and Sony HX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the HZ35W compared to the HX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and HX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ35W and HX1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ35W having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung HZ35W will result in extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern HZ35W provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.