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Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

Panasonic FX48
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX40
Samsung HZ30W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Alternate Name is WB600
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Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung HZ30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was brought out 11 months prior to the HZ30W which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FX48 grades vs the HZ30W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Samsung HZ30W

 FX48 HZ30W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Panasonic FX48

 HZ30W FX48 
RevealedJanuary 2010January 2009Newer by 11 months
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Display size3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")

Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung HZ30W

 FX48 HZ30W 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX48 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the FX48 versus the HZ30W.

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FX48 and HZ30W.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FX48 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FX48 Portrait photography features
Samsung HZ30W Portrait photography features
27
offers face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
29
focusing manually
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FX48 Street photography features
Samsung HZ30W Street photography features
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (245g)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FX48 Sports photography factors
Samsung HZ30W Sports photography factors
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
42
incredible zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FX48 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Travel photography camera
58
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
63
lighter than others in class (245 grams)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
great zoom (360mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FX48 Landscape photography information
Samsung HZ30W Landscape photography information
33
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
43
focusing manually
really wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FX48 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Vlogging camera
30
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic jack
30
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (245 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone support
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Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FX48 and Samsung HZ30W
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48Samsung HZ30W
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Samsung
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 Samsung HZ30W
Also called as Lumix DMC-FX40 WB600
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-01-27 2010-01-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-125mm (5.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus distance 5cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 secs 16 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/3000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 6.00 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (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)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 150g (0.33 lbs) 245g (0.54 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $325 $280