Samsung HZ35W vs Sony RX10

Its time to examine more in depth at the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony RX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") feature different sensor size.

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The HZ35W was unveiled 4 years prior to the RX10 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the HZ35W scores against the RX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung HZ35W has got exterior measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony RX10 has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

See the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony RX10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the HZ35W and the RX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and RX10 is 91 and 58 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ35W and RX10.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HZ35W using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony RX10 will show greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged HZ35W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.