Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX210

Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung NX210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are built by Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the HZ50W (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The HZ50W was unveiled 3 years earlier than the NX210 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the HZ50W matches up against the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung NX210. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ50W offers external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung NX210 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung NX210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the HZ50W against the NX210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and NX210 is 70 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ50W and NX210.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HZ50W having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX210 will deliver more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.