Canon N vs Samsung HZ30W

Here, we are evaluating the Canon N vs Samsung HZ30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The N was manufactured 3 years after the HZ30W which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the N scores against the HZ30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N and Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon N Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon N has got outside dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the N against the HZ30W.

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

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and HZ30W.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger N will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.