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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
90
Imaging
34
Features
37
Overall
35
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
40
Overall
36

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

Canon SX200 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
  • 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
  • Introduced May 2009
  • Updated by Canon SX210 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
  • Announced January 2010
  • Additionally referred to as WB600
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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX200 IS versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was introduced 8 months prior to the HZ30W and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX200 IS grades vs the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Samsung HZ30W

 SX200 IS HZ30W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Canon SX200 IS

 HZ30W SX200 IS 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010May 2009Newer by 8 months

Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung HZ30W

 SX200 IS HZ30W 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the HZ30W.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and HZ30W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and HZ30W.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX200 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Portrait photography factors
Samsung HZ30W Portrait photography factors
28
has manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon SX200 IS
Street photography with Samsung HZ30W
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (247g)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (245g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SX200 IS
Sports photography with Samsung HZ30W
27
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
42
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Travel photography info
Samsung HZ30W Travel photography info
62
lighter than others (247g)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
long zoom (336mm)
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
63
lighter than competition in class (245 grams)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
very long zoom (360mm)
no Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Landscape photography features
Samsung HZ30W Landscape photography features
42
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Timelapse mode
42
manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Vlogging information
Samsung HZ30W Vlogging information
29
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (247 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone port
30
reasonably wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (245g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX200 IS and Samsung HZ30W
 Canon PowerShot SX200 ISSamsung HZ30W
General Information
Make Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot SX200 IS Samsung HZ30W
Also Known as - WB600
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2009-05-14 2010-01-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-336mm (12.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Max aperture f/3.4-5.3 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus distance 0cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 16s
Highest shutter speed 1/3200s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.20 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 247g (0.54 lbs) 245g (0.54 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NB-5L SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $329 $280