Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX10

Following is a in-depth review of the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is very close but the HZ35W (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The HZ35W was introduced 3 months after the NX10 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the HZ35W grades versus the NX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W and Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W comes with exterior measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ35W and the NX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and NX10 is 91 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ35W and NX10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HZ35W using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX10 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively.