Samsung CL5 vs Samsung HZ30W

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung CL5 and Samsung HZ30W, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and HZ30W (12MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and HZ30W (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The CL5 was released 11 months before the HZ30W so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the CL5 scores versus the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL5 & Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung CL5 features exterior measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung CL5 and Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the CL5 versus the HZ30W.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CL5 and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the CL5 and HZ30W.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CL5 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung HZ30W will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged CL5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.