Samsung HZ35W vs Sony HX99

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) possess different sensor measurements.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The HZ35W was manufactured 9 years prior to the HX99 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the HZ35W scores vs the HX99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ35W has got physical dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Compare the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony HX99 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the HZ35W compared to the HX99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and HX99 is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ35W and HX99.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The HZ35W due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX99 will provide greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older HZ35W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.