Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung HZ30W

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX610 HS versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was launched 5 years later than the HZ30W and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX610 HS scores vs the HZ30W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX610 HS offers physical dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX610 HS versus Samsung HZ30W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX610 HS vs the HZ30W.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and HZ30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and HZ30W.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to render more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The younger SX610 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.