Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung HZ30W

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic FZ150 versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was unveiled 2 years later than the HZ30W and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FZ150 matches up vs the HZ30W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 features outside dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ150 against the HZ30W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and HZ30W is 67 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and HZ30W.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent FZ150 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.