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Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
25
Overall
30
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

Casio EX-Z400
(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
Samsung HZ30W
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Samsung HZ30W

 EX-Z400 HZ30W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Casio EX-Z400

 HZ30W EX-Z400 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010January 2009Newer by 12 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing

Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Samsung HZ30W

 EX-Z400 HZ30W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Portrait photography camera
20
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
29
you can focus manually
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 Street photography info
Samsung HZ30W Street photography info
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (245g)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 Sports photography factors
Samsung HZ30W Sports photography factors
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
42
great zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking autofocus
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z400
Travel photography with Samsung HZ30W
58
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
63
lighter than competitors in class (245 grams)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
very long reach (360mm)
no Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 Landscape photography details
Samsung HZ30W Landscape photography details
36
rather wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
no manual control
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
43
you can focus manually
really wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse recording
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Vlogging camera
29
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic socket
30
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (245g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone support
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z400 and Samsung HZ30W
 Casio Exilim EX-Z400Samsung HZ30W
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