Samsung HZ35W vs Sony WX30

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Samsung HZ35W vs Sony WX30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ35W was manufactured 13 months earlier than the WX30 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the HZ35W matches up vs the WX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ35W enjoys outer measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the HZ35W against the WX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and WX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ35W and WX30.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX30 to deliver more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older HZ35W is going to be behind in sensor technology.