Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX10

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung NX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively close but the HZ50W (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The HZ50W was announced at a similar time to the NX10 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the HZ50W grades vs the NX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ50W features external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung NX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ50W vs the NX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and NX10 is 70 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ50W and NX10.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HZ50W with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX10 will render extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.