Nikon P7000 vs Samsung HZ30W

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon P7000 and Samsung HZ30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P7000 (10MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly close but the P7000 (1/1.7") and HZ30W (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The P7000 was manufactured 11 months later than the HZ30W and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the P7000 scores vs the HZ30W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7000 and Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7000 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7000 has outside dimensions of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while 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).

Examine the Nikon P7000 and Samsung HZ30W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the P7000 and the HZ30W.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P7000 and HZ30W is 85 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7000 and HZ30W.

As you can see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7000 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung HZ30W will result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern P7000 will have a benefit in sensor technology.