Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W
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39 Features
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 front Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000/Casio-EX-ZR1000-front.jpg)
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35 Features
40 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Released September 2012
(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
- Launched January 2010
- Other Name is WB600
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The EX-ZR1000 was revealed 2 years later than the HZ30W and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZR1000 grades vs the HZ30W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Samsung HZ30W
EX-ZR1000 | HZ30W | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 33 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Casio EX-ZR1000
HZ30W | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Samsung HZ30W
EX-ZR1000 | HZ30W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has got outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Samsung HZ30W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR1000 vs the HZ30W.
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and HZ30W is 90 and 91 respectively.
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and HZ30W.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR1000 to offer you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR1000 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR1000-vs-Samsung-HZ30W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also Known as | - | WB600 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-09-25 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 255 grams (0.56 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 life | 470 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $572 | $280 |