Samsung HZ35W vs Sony RX100 II

Below is a extensive assessment of the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony RX100 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ35W was revealed 4 years prior to the RX100 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the HZ35W grades versus the RX100 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ35W enjoys 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) and the Sony RX100 II has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony RX100 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ35W and the RX100 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and RX100 II is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and RX100 II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The HZ35W having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX100 II will offer you extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older HZ35W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.