Panasonic G9 vs Samsung HZ30W

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic G9 vs Samsung HZ30W, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and HZ30W (12MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and HZ30W (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 was unveiled 7 years later than the HZ30W and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the G9 matches up versus the HZ30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 has got outside dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Panasonic G9 vs Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 against the HZ30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and HZ30W is 62 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and HZ30W.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G9 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern G9 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.