Samsung HZ35W vs Sony RX100 VA

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung HZ35W and Sony RX100 VA, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and RX100 VA (20MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and RX100 VA (1") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ35W was introduced 9 years before the RX100 VA which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the HZ35W grades vs the RX100 VA for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ35W offers external measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ35W and Sony RX100 VA in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ35W compared to the RX100 VA.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and RX100 VA is 91 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ35W and RX100 VA.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HZ35W with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX100 VA will provide you with extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ35W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.