Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-900mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 541g - 114 x 78 x 95mm
- Announced February 2016
(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
- Launched June 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB650
Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the B500 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe B500 was revealed 5 years after the HZ35W which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the B500 grades versus the HZ35W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are provided at Nikon B500 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Samsung HZ35W
B500 | HZ35W | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | June 2010 | Newer by 70 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 614k | Clearer display (+307k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Nikon B500
HZ35W | B500 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon B500 and Samsung HZ35W
B500 | HZ35W | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B500 enjoys outside measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the B500 versus the HZ35W.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the B500 and HZ35W is 68 and 91 respectively.
Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and HZ35W.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon B500 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger B500 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon B500 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B500 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix B500 | Samsung HZ35W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB650 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2016-02-23 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-900mm (39.1x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.4 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 541 gr (1.19 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 life | 600 photos | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $300 |