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Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
85
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

Canon SX130 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
  • Released August 2010
  • Refreshed by Canon SX150 IS
Samsung HZ30W
(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
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Alternative Name is WB600
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Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SX130 IS versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was announced 8 months after the HZ30W which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX130 IS matches up against the HZ30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Samsung HZ30W

 SX130 IS HZ30W 
RevealedAugust 2010January 2010More modern by 8 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Canon SX130 IS

 HZ30W SX130 IS 

Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Samsung HZ30W

 SX130 IS HZ30W 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS enjoys physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has proportions 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the HZ30W.

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and HZ30W is 85 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and HZ30W.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX130 IS provides an edge in sensor technology.

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX130 IS Portrait photography info
Samsung HZ30W Portrait photography info
29
has manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
29
manual focus
no external flash support
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX130 IS Street photography information
Samsung HZ30W Street photography information
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (308g)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (245 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SX130 IS
Sports photography with Samsung HZ30W
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
42
long zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking focus
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX130 IS Travel photography features
Samsung HZ30W Travel photography features
61
lighter than others in class (308g)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
long zoom (336mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.4)
63
lighter than average in class (245 grams)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
great reach (360mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
low resolution (12MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SX130 IS
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ30W
42
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
43
manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SX130 IS
Vlogging with Samsung HZ30W
29
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (308g)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone support
30
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (245g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone socket
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Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX130 IS and Samsung HZ30W
 Canon PowerShot SX130 ISSamsung HZ30W
General Information
Brand Name Canon Samsung
Model type Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Samsung HZ30W
Also Known as - WB600
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2010-08-19 2010-01-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-336mm (12.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.4-5.6 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing range 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 16s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2500s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 308g (0.68 pounds) 245g (0.54 pounds)
Dimensions 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") 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 ID 2 x AA SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $250 $280