Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung HZ50W

In this article, we are contrasting the Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was revealed 3 months prior to the HZ50W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the HZ30W matches up against the HZ50W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ30W and Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ30W has got outside measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung HZ50W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the HZ30W compared to the HZ50W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the HZ30W and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ30W and HZ50W.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung HZ50W to result in greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively.