Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ30W

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.

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.

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.

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.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and HZ30W is 90 and 91 respectively.

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.