FujiFilm F80EXR vs Samsung HZ30W

On this page, we are looking at the FujiFilm F80EXR vs Samsung HZ30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the F80EXR (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very well matched but the F80EXR (1/2") and HZ30W (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The F80EXR was announced 5 months later than the HZ30W so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the F80EXR grades against the HZ30W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR and Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm F80EXR Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm F80EXR has got physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm F80EXR vs Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the F80EXR vs the HZ30W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F80EXR and HZ30W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the F80EXR and HZ30W.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The F80EXR includes the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler.