Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed January 2013
(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
- Announced January 2010
- Other Name is WB600

Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S8200 versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8200 was manufactured 3 years later than the HZ30W and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm S8200 grades vs the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8200 over the Samsung HZ30W
Fujifilm S8200 | HZ30W | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 37 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Fujifilm S8200
HZ30W | Fujifilm S8200 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S8200 and Samsung HZ30W
Fujifilm S8200 | HZ30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8200 features outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S8200 versus Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 compared to the HZ30W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and HZ30W is 61 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8200 and HZ30W.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S8200 to result in extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8200 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also Known as | - | WB600 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 670 gr (1.48 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 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 model | 4 x AA | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $450 | $280 |