Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL30
90 Imaging
34 Features
31 Overall
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95 Imaging
33 Features
14 Overall
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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally Known as WB550
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also Known as ES15
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On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ15W (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe HZ15W was introduced at a similar time to the SL30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the HZ15W grades vs the SL30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ15W and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ15W Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Samsung SL30
| HZ15W | SL30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Samsung HZ15W
| SL30 | HZ15W |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung SL30
| HZ15W | SL30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2009 |  | February 2009 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ15W has outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the HZ15W vs the SL30.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ15W and SL30 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ15W and SL30.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung HZ15W to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.
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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
| Samsung HZ15W | Samsung SL30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
| Model type | Samsung HZ15W | Samsung SL30 |
| Otherwise known as | WB550 | ES15 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-02-23 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.70 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 249g (0.55 lbs) | 140g (0.31 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $330 | $93 |