Canon A810 vs Samsung HZ30W

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon A810 vs Samsung HZ30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the A810 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A810 was manufactured 2 years after the HZ30W which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the A810 matches up versus the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A810 and Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Canon A810 vs Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A810 versus the HZ30W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A810 and HZ30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A810 and HZ30W.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon A810 to produce more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A810 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.