Nikon P7800 vs Samsung HZ30W

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon P7800 versus Samsung HZ30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is pretty comparable but the P7800 (1/1.7") and HZ30W (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The P7800 was launched 3 years later than the HZ30W and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P7800 grades against the HZ30W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 enjoys external dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P7800 versus Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the P7800 against the HZ30W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and HZ30W is 82 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7800 and HZ30W.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor measurements. The P7800 comes with the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The younger P7800 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.