Olympus Tough-3000 vs Samsung HZ30W

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus Tough-3000 and Samsung HZ30W, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Tough-3000 was brought out very close to the HZ30W and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the Tough-3000 scores against the HZ30W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 & Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus Tough-3000 has got exterior dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Tough-3000 compared to the HZ30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Tough-3000 and HZ30W is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Tough-3000 and HZ30W.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should really factor the age of the products into consideration.