Samsung HZ35W vs Sony QX10
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony QX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched June 2010
- Other Name is WB650
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched September 2013
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony QX10 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony QX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and QX10 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe HZ35W was announced 4 years earlier than the QX10 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the HZ35W matches up vs the QX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony QX10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Sony QX10
HZ35W | QX10 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | " | Bigger screen (+3") | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 0k | Sharper screen (+614k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Samsung HZ35W
QX10 | HZ35W | |||
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Launched | September 2013 | June 2010 | Fresher by 39 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Sony QX10
HZ35W | QX10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W enjoys exterior dimensions 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 QX10 has sizing of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony QX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ35W and the QX10.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ35W and QX10 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and QX10.
All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony QX10 to deliver more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older HZ35W is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony QX10 Specifications
Samsung HZ35W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung HZ35W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
Other name | WB650 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Lens-style |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2013-09-04 |
Body design | Compact | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | - |
Display resolution | 614k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | None |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1440x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) | 105 gr (0.23 lbs) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-11A | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $250 |