Fujifilm X100 vs Samsung HZ15W

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X100 versus Samsung HZ15W, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X100 (APS-C) and HZ15W (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X100 was unveiled 2 years later than the HZ15W and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X100 matches up against the HZ15W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix X100 & Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X100 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X100 comes with outside measurements of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X100 versus Samsung HZ15W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X100 compared to the HZ15W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100 and HZ15W is 80 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X100 and HZ15W.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X100 comes with the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh simpler. The fresher Fujifilm X100 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.