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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix AX355
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
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Alternative Name is WB600
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung HZ30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the AX350 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was released 12 months after the HZ30W and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the AX350 scores versus the HZ30W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Samsung HZ30W

 AX350 HZ30W 
RevealedJanuary 2011January 2010Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the FujiFilm AX350

 HZ30W AX350 
Manually focus More exact focusing
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung HZ30W

 AX350 HZ30W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AX350 provides outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the AX350 and the HZ30W.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and HZ30W is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AX350 and HZ30W.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the FujiFilm AX350 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent AX350 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Portrait photography camera
30
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
29
has manual focus
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography info
Samsung HZ30W Street photography info
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (245 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography factors
Samsung HZ30W Sports photography factors
30
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (180 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
42
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking focus
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Travel photography information
Samsung HZ30W Travel photography information
56
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse recording
terrible battery life (180 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
63
lighter than average (245 grams)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
long reach (360mm)
no Time Lapse recording
low MP (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Landscape photography advice
Samsung HZ30W Landscape photography advice
29
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
terrible battery life (180 shots)
missing Timelapse recording
43
has manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Vlogging advice
Samsung HZ30W Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone support
30
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (245g)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic port
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung HZ30W
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Samsung HZ30W
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Samsung HZ30W
Also called FinePix AX355 WB600
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-01-05 2010-01-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3440 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-165mm (5.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing range - 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 16s
Max shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic 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 168 gr (0.37 pounds) 245 gr (0.54 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 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 180 images -
Style of battery AA -
Battery ID - SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $0 $280