Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W230

Below, we will be analyzing the Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W230, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ35W was manufactured 17 months later than the W230 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the HZ35W scores versus the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ35W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ35W has outer measurements 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 W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the HZ35W vs the W230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and W230 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ35W and W230.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer HZ35W will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.