Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung NX3000

Here is a extensive assessment of the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung NX3000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the HZ15W (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The HZ15W was launched 6 years before the NX3000 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the HZ15W grades vs the NX3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ15W and Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are available at Samsung HZ15W Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ15W has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the HZ15W against the NX3000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ15W and NX3000 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ15W and NX3000.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HZ15W because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX3000 will give more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older HZ15W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.