Samsung HZ35W vs Sony WX9

In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung HZ35W vs Sony WX9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and WX9 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ35W was introduced 6 months earlier than the WX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the HZ35W matches up vs the WX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ35W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ35W offers 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 WX9 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Samsung HZ35W vs Sony WX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ35W versus the WX9.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ35W and WX9 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and WX9.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX9 to resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively.