Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ35W

Below is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S3300 and Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was unveiled 20 months later than the HZ35W which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S3300 scores against the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 & Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 offers external measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while 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).

Check out the Nikon S3300 and Samsung HZ35W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S3300 against the HZ35W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and HZ35W is 96 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3300 and HZ35W.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S3300 to show extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer S3300 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.