Samsung HZ35W vs Sony TX7

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony TX7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is fairly similar but the HZ35W (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The HZ35W was launched 6 months later than the TX7 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the HZ35W grades against the TX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W has got outer dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony TX7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the HZ35W against the TX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ35W and TX7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ35W and TX7.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HZ35W because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung HZ35W will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.