Canon S110 vs Samsung HZ30W
93 Imaging
37 Features
51 Overall
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91 Imaging
35 Features
40 Overall
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Canon S110 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Announced September 2012
- Replaced the Canon S100
- Replacement is Canon S120
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is WB600

Canon S110 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Canon S110 versus Samsung HZ30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly well matched but the S110 (1/1.7") and HZ30W (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

The S110 was unveiled 2 years later than the HZ30W and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S110 scores against the HZ30W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S110 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S110 & Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S110 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Samsung HZ30W
S110 | HZ30W | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 33 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Canon S110
HZ30W | S110 |
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Common features in the Canon S110 and Samsung HZ30W
S110 | HZ30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon S110 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon S110 has got outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 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 S110 versus Samsung HZ30W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S110 versus the HZ30W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S110 and HZ30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon S110 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S110 and HZ30W.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The S110 uses the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The fresher S110 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon S110 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S110 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S110 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also referred to as | - | WB600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-09-17 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198 gr (0.44 lbs) | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 168 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $299 | $280 |