Nikon L610 vs Samsung HZ35W

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon L610 and Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L610 was released 2 years later than the HZ35W and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the L610 grades vs the HZ35W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L610 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L610 provides physical measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 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).

Take a look at the Nikon L610 and Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the L610 versus the HZ35W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and HZ35W is 90 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L610 and HZ35W.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon L610 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent L610 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.