Samsung HZ35W vs Zeiss ZX1

The following is a extensive analysis of the Samsung HZ35W versus Zeiss ZX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Zeiss. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The HZ35W was launched 9 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the HZ35W scores vs the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ35W & Zeiss ZX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung HZ35W features physical measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ35W compared to the ZX1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ35W and ZX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ35W and ZX1.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HZ35W due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 25MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged HZ35W will be behind in sensor tech.