Nikon P500 vs Samsung HZ35W

Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon P500 vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P500 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P500 was unveiled 8 months after the HZ35W and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon P500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the P500 scores versus the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P500 and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are available at Nikon P500 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P500 has got outer dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the P500 against the HZ35W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P500 and HZ35W is 67 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P500 and HZ35W.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent P500 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.