Panasonic FZ35 has a
12.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm ) sized CCD sensor and features Venus Engine V processor. On the other hand, Samsung HZ10W has a
10.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm ) sized CCD sensor .
Below you can see the FZ35 and HZ10W sensor size comparison.
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Panasonic FZ35 and Samsung HZ10W Cameras
Panasonic FZ35 and Samsung HZ10W have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since Samsung HZ10W has 35% larger pixel area (3.13µm 2 vs 2.31µm 2 ) compared to Panasonic FZ35, it has larger pixel area to collect light hence potential to have less noise in low light / High ISO images.
Sensor size sets the circle of confusion, so it drives how much depth of field each
of these bodies gives you at a given aperture. You can calculate it exactly for the
Panasonic FZ35
or the
Samsung HZ10W ,
including hyperfocal distance.
