Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W
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91 Imaging
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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Samsung HZ30W
SX200 IS | HZ30W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Canon SX200 IS
HZ30W | SX200 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 8 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung HZ30W
SX200 IS | HZ30W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal 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).
See the Canon SX200 IS versus Samsung HZ30W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Samsung HZ30W | |
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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 |