Canon XC10 vs Samsung HZ30W

Here, we will be looking at the Canon XC10 vs Samsung HZ30W, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the XC10 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively well matched but the XC10 (1") and HZ30W (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The XC10 was revealed 5 years later than the HZ30W and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the XC10 grades vs the HZ30W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon XC10 and Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are viewable at Canon XC10 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon XC10 has got physical measurements of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") along with a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has dimensions 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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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the XC10 against the HZ30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the XC10 and HZ30W is 54 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XC10 and HZ30W.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The XC10 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The fresher XC10 should have an advantage in sensor technology.