Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX1100
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Additionally Known as WB5500
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched April 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX1000
- Replacement is Samsung NX2000
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
Below is a in-depth overview of the Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX1100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Samsung. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the HZ50W (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe HZ50W was announced 3 years before the NX1100 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the HZ50W matches up vs the NX1100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ50W & Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ50W Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Samsung NX1100
HZ50W | NX1100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Samsung HZ50W
NX1100 | HZ50W | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | May 2010 | More recent by 35 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung NX1100
HZ50W | NX1100 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ50W has got outer dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX1100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the HZ50W against the NX1100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and NX1100 is 70 and 90 respectively.
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ50W and NX1100.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The HZ50W with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1100 will provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older HZ50W will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Samsung HZ50W | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ50W | Samsung NX1100 |
Also called | WB5500 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-05-03 | 2013-04-11 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 426g (0.94 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-11A | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $250 | $600 |