FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Samsung HZ30W
AX350 | HZ30W | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the FujiFilm AX350
HZ30W | AX350 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung HZ30W
AX350 | HZ30W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The 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).
Look at the FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and HZ30W is 94 and 91 respectively.
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.
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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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 |