Panasonic FZ100 vs Samsung HZ30W

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic FZ100 and Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was revealed 7 months later than the HZ30W so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FZ100 matches up against the HZ30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ100 comes with exterior dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst 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 Panasonic FZ100 and Samsung HZ30W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ100 against the HZ30W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and HZ30W is 67 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ100 and HZ30W.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FZ100 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FZ100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.