Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX2000

Below, we are looking at the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the HZ35W (12MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the HZ35W (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The HZ35W was revealed 4 years earlier than the NX2000 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the HZ35W matches up vs the NX2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ35W and Samsung NX2000. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung HZ35W has got exterior dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ35W and the NX2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the HZ35W and NX2000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ35W and NX2000.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ35W using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX2000 will give you greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HZ35W is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.