Nikon S9500 vs Samsung HZ35W

Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon S9500 versus Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was introduced 2 years later than the HZ35W and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S9500 grades vs the HZ35W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9500 & Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9500 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S9500 versus the HZ35W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9500 and HZ35W is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9500 and HZ35W.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S9500 to offer you more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger S9500 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.