Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W290
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Released June 2010
- Additionally Known as WB650
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
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In this article, we are evaluating the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony W290, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe HZ35W was announced 17 months later than the W290 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the HZ35W scores versus the W290 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Sony W290
| HZ35W | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | June 2010 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
| Display resolution | 614k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Samsung HZ35W
| W290 | HZ35W |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Sony W290
| HZ35W | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W comes with 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) while the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the HZ35W compared to the W290.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ35W and W290 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ35W and W290.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files but you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger HZ35W provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W290 Specifications
| Samsung HZ35W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung HZ35W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
| Also called as | WB650 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-06-16 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 614k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 245g (0.54 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | SLB-11A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $300 | $230 |