• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 360.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.9 inch 18.5mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 29.00mm - 87.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung HZ35W advantages over Nikon S01

  • Larger sensor
    1/2.3 inch vs 1/2.9 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • More telephoto lens reach
    360 mm vs 87 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 240 vs 190 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    614k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    12.0 vs 10.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 29 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    16 vs 1 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    3200 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon S01 advantages over Samsung HZ35W

  • Less expensive
    $180 vs $350 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Thinner
    17 mm vs 28 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    96g vs 238g
    Lighter weight

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon S210

Samsung HZ35W
Nikon S210
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $162
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Samsung HZ35W vs Nikon S210

Nikon S01
Nikon S210
  • $200
  • 1/2.9 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • More pixels
  • $162
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon S01 vs Nikon S210

Compared to Panasonic DMC-ZS7

Samsung HZ35W
Panasonic DMC-ZS7
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Less shutter lag

Compare Samsung HZ35W vs Panasonic DMC-ZS7

Nikon S01
Panasonic DMC-ZS7
  • $200
  • 1/2.9 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon S01 vs Panasonic DMC-ZS7

Compared to Canon SX210 IS

Samsung HZ35W
Canon SX210 IS
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $262
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less shutter lag
  • More pixels

Compare Samsung HZ35W vs Canon SX210 IS

Nikon S01
Canon SX210 IS
  • $200
  • 1/2.9 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $262
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon S01 vs Canon SX210 IS

Compared to Panasonic ZS10

Samsung HZ35W
Panasonic ZS10
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • More dots on screen
  • $214
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Fast startup

Compare Samsung HZ35W vs Panasonic ZS10

Nikon S01
Panasonic ZS10
  • $200
  • 1/2.9 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $214
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon S01 vs Panasonic ZS10

Compared to Nikon S02

Samsung HZ35W
Nikon S02
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $180
  • 1/3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Samsung HZ35W vs Nikon S02

Nikon S01
Nikon S02
  • $200
  • 1/2.9 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • $180
  • 1/3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 1080p video

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