Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX100

Here is a extensive review of the Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very well matched but the HZ30W (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The HZ30W was manufactured 7 months earlier than the NX100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the HZ30W matches up versus the NX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ30W and Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ30W enjoys outside dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the HZ30W versus the NX100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ30W and NX100 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ30W and NX100.

As you can see, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HZ30W because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX100 will give you more detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older HZ30W is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.