Samsung HZ10W vs Samsung NX5

Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung HZ10W vs Samsung NX5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the HZ10W (10MP) and NX5 (15MP) and the HZ10W (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The HZ10W was brought out 12 months earlier than the NX5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HZ10W grades against the NX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ10W and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ10W Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ10W comes with 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 NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung HZ10W vs Samsung NX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ10W vs the NX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ10W and NX5 is 90 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ10W and NX5.

All in all, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HZ10W featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX5 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older HZ10W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.