Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX10

Below is a thorough analysis of the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung NX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is fairly close but the HZ30W (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ30W was announced 2 months prior to the NX10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the HZ30W scores vs the NX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ30W and Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ30W offers external 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) whilst the Samsung NX10 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the HZ30W versus the NX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and NX10 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and NX10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The HZ30W with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX10 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.