Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.0) lens
- 130g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Alternate Name is WB600
Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z400 versus Samsung HZ30W, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-Z400 was launched 12 months before the HZ30W which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z400 matches up versus the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Samsung HZ30W
EX-Z400 | HZ30W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Casio EX-Z400
HZ30W | EX-Z400 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Samsung HZ30W
EX-Z400 | HZ30W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z400 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z400 versus Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z400 versus the HZ30W.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z400 and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and HZ30W.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z400 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Samsung HZ30W |
Alternate name | - | WB600 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-40 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $280 |