Canon A1300 vs Samsung HZ30W

Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon A1300 versus Samsung HZ30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A1300 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was introduced 2 years later than the HZ30W and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A1300 grades against the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A1300 features outer measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A1300 compared to the HZ30W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and HZ30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A1300 and HZ30W.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon A1300 to result in more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer A1300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.