Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternative Name is WB600

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR700 was unveiled 3 years later than the HZ30W and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-ZR700 matches up versus the HZ30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Samsung HZ30W
EX-ZR700 | HZ30W | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 37 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Casio EX-ZR700
HZ30W | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung HZ30W
EX-ZR700 | HZ30W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 has outer dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR700 compared to the HZ30W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR700 and HZ30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and HZ30W.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR700 to deliver greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR700 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also called | - | WB600 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | 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/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 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 | One | One |
Retail cost | $370 | $280 |