Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung HZ30W
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Revealed June 2013
(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
- Launched January 2010
- Also Known as WB600
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Samsung HZ30W, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and HZ30W (12MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and HZ30W (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Galaxy NX was released 3 years later than the HZ30W and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Galaxy NX grades versus the HZ30W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy NX & Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Samsung HZ30W
Galaxy NX | HZ30W | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 42 months | |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Samsung Galaxy NX
HZ30W | Galaxy NX |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Samsung HZ30W
Galaxy NX | HZ30W | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy NX provides exterior dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Samsung HZ30W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the HZ30W.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and HZ30W is 82 and 91 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and HZ30W.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy NX because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy NX will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy NX will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung Galaxy NX | Samsung HZ30W |
Also called | - | WB600 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2010-01-19 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) | 245 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 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 life | 440 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $1,300 | $280 |