Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W
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37 Features
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![Nikon Coolpix S8000 front Nikon Coolpix S8000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000/Nikon-S8000-front.jpg)
![Samsung HZ35W front Samsung HZ35W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung-HZ35W.jpg)
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35 Features
42 Overall
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Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Revealed June 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Additionally Known as WB650
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Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S8000 and Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S8000 was manufactured very close to the HZ35W and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S8000 matches up versus the HZ35W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Samsung HZ35W
S8000 | HZ35W | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper screen (+307k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Nikon S8000
HZ35W | S8000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S8000 and Samsung HZ35W
S8000 | HZ35W | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8000 comes with outside dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while 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).
Contrast the Nikon S8000 and Samsung HZ35W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S8000 vs the HZ35W.
![Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-vs-Samsung-HZ35W-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S8000 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.
![Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-vs-Samsung-HZ35W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S8000 and HZ35W.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S8000 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively.
![Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-vs-Samsung-HZ35W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-vs-Samsung-HZ35W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Samsung HZ35W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB650 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183 grams (0.40 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $300 |