Olympus 7000 vs Samsung HZ30W

Here is a in-depth review of the Olympus 7000 vs Samsung HZ30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was revealed 12 months before the HZ30W and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 7000 grades versus the HZ30W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7000 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7000 vs Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 7000 vs the HZ30W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7000 and HZ30W is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The visual underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7000 and HZ30W.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older 7000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.