Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm X10
- Later Model is Fujifilm X30
(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
- Also referred to as WB600

Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X20 versus Samsung HZ30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and HZ30W (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X20 was announced 3 years after the HZ30W which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up against the HZ30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X20 & Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Samsung HZ30W
Fujifilm X20 | HZ30W | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 40 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Fujifilm X20
HZ30W | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Samsung HZ30W
Fujifilm X20 | HZ30W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 has got exterior measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X20 versus Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X20 compared to the HZ30W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X20 and HZ30W is 83 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X20 and HZ30W.
As you can see, both cameras have the same resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 has the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler. The fresher Fujifilm X20 provides an edge in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm X20 | Samsung HZ30W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB600 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-04-29 | 2010-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/1000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 353g (0.78 pounds) | 245g (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 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 life | 270 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-50 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $500 | $280 |