Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W310
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W310 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
- Announced June 2010
- Alternative Name is WB650
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W310 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony W310, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe HZ35W was launched 6 months later than the W310 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the HZ35W matches up vs the W310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W310 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Sony W310
HZ35W | W310 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Samsung HZ35W
W310 | HZ35W |
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Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Sony W310
HZ35W | W310 | |||
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Introduced | June 2010 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ35W features physical measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung HZ35W versus Sony W310 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the HZ35W vs the W310.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and W310 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ35W and W310.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to take the production date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung HZ35W vs Sony W310 Specifications
Samsung HZ35W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung HZ35W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Also referred to as | WB650 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 614k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 pounds) | 137g (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $150 |