Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Introduced July 2009
(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
- Alternate Name is WB600
Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung HZ30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe Fujifilm Z37 was revealed 6 months earlier than the HZ30W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up against the HZ30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Samsung HZ30W
Fujifilm Z37 | HZ30W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Fujifilm Z37
HZ30W | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Samsung HZ30W
Fujifilm Z37 | HZ30W | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z37 comes with outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the HZ30W.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and HZ30W.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung HZ30W to give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also Known as | - | WB600 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | 125g (0.28 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | NP-45A | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $130 | $280 |