Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX mini

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX mini, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The HZ35W was unveiled 4 years before the NX mini which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the HZ35W scores against the NX mini in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ35W & Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W comes with exterior 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) and the Samsung NX mini has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX mini in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the HZ35W against the NX mini.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and NX mini is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ35W and NX mini.

All in all, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ35W using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX mini will result in extra detail having an extra 8.5MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged HZ35W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.