Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W
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![Canon PowerShot D30 front Canon PowerShot D30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-D30/Canon-D30-front.jpg)
![Samsung HZ30W front Samsung HZ30W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-HZ30W/Samsung-HZ30W-front.jpg)
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35 Features
40 Overall
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Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 218g - 109 x 68 x 28mm
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is WB600
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Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Canon D30 and Samsung HZ30W, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The D30 was released 4 years after the HZ30W which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the D30 scores against the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D30 and Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Samsung HZ30W
D30 | HZ30W | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 50 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Canon D30
HZ30W | D30 |
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Common features in the Canon D30 and Samsung HZ30W
D30 | HZ30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon D30 offers outside measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Canon D30 and Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the D30 versus the HZ30W.
![Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and HZ30W is 91 and 91 respectively.
![Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D30 and HZ30W.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern D30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D30-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Canon PowerShot D30 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D30 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also Known as | - | WB600 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 68 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom, face, wink) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $329 | $280 |