Samsung HZ10W vs Samsung NX mini

Below is a extended overview of the Samsung HZ10W versus Samsung NX mini, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both sold by Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the HZ10W (10MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the HZ10W (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The HZ10W was brought out 5 years prior to the NX mini and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the HZ10W scores versus the NX mini in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ10W & Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ10W Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung HZ10W has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ10W versus Samsung NX mini in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the HZ10W and the NX mini.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ10W and NX mini is 90 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ10W and NX mini.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The HZ10W because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX mini will give you extra detail having its extra 10.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older HZ10W is going to be behind in sensor technology.