Canon D30 vs Samsung HZ35W

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon D30 and Samsung HZ35W, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The D30 was released 3 years later than the HZ35W and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D30 grades against the HZ35W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D30 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon D30 features external measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D30 against the HZ35W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and HZ35W is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D30 and HZ35W.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern D30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.