Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Announced June 2010
(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
- Introduced January 2010
- Also referred to as WB600
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S8000 versus Samsung HZ30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S8000 was manufactured 5 months after the HZ30W and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S8000 matches up versus the HZ30W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Samsung HZ30W
| S8000 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Nikon S8000
| HZ30W | S8000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S8000 and Samsung HZ30W
| S8000 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2010 |  | January 2010 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S8000 has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S8000 versus Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S8000 against the HZ30W.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S8000 and HZ30W is 93 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8000 and HZ30W.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon S8000 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.
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Nikon S8000 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Samsung HZ30W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Samsung HZ30W |
| Alternate name | - | WB600 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2010-01-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 183g (0.40 pounds) | 245g (0.54 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 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 model | EN-EL12 | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $300 | $280 |