Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX11

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung HZ35W versus Samsung NX11, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is very close but the HZ35W (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The HZ35W was brought out 6 months prior to the NX11 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the HZ35W matches up vs the NX11 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ35W & Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W comes with outside measurements 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 NX11 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ35W versus Samsung NX11 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the HZ35W versus the NX11.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and NX11 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ35W and NX11.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HZ35W due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX11 will result in greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively.