Panasonic G100 vs Samsung HZ30W

The following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic G100 and Samsung HZ30W, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and HZ30W (12MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and HZ30W (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The G100 was introduced 10 years after the HZ30W which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G100 scores vs the HZ30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G100 has got physical dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 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).

Compare the Panasonic G100 and Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the G100 compared to the HZ30W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and HZ30W is 81 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G100 and HZ30W.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G100 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G100 will result in more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer G100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.