Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000
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![Samsung HZ30W front Samsung HZ30W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-HZ30W/Samsung-HZ30W-front.jpg)
![Samsung NX1000 front Samsung NX1000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung_NX1000_0.jpg)
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Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is WB600
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Successor is Samsung NX1100
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Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung NX1000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.
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The HZ30W was unveiled 3 years prior to the NX1000 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the HZ30W grades against the NX1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W & Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Samsung NX1000
HZ30W | NX1000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Samsung HZ30W
NX1000 | HZ30W | |||
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Introduced | April 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 27 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ30W and Samsung NX1000
HZ30W | NX1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ30W comes with external measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Compare the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung NX1000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ30W compared to the NX1000.
![Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 size comparison Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-HZ30W-vs-Samsung-NX1000-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and NX1000 is 91 and 90 respectively.
![Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 top view buttons comparison Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-HZ30W-vs-Samsung-NX1000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and NX1000.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The HZ30W having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1000 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older HZ30W will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
![Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 sensor size comparison Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-HZ30W-vs-Samsung-NX1000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-HZ30W-vs-Samsung-NX1000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Samsung HZ30W | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ30W | Samsung NX1000 |
Also Known as | WB600 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-01-19 | 2012-04-19 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 lb) | 222g (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-11A | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $280 | $388 |