Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung NX5

In this article, we are comparing the Samsung HZ35W versus Samsung NX5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is fairly close but the HZ35W (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The HZ35W was brought out about the same time to the NX5 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the HZ35W grades versus the NX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ35W & Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ35W Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ35W provides outer 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 NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the HZ35W compared to the NX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ35W and NX5 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ35W and NX5.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HZ35W featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX5 will render more detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively.