Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX200

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX200, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Samsung. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The HZ30W was introduced 3 years earlier than the NX200 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the HZ30W matches up vs the NX200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ30W & Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ30W has exterior dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung NX200 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ30W and the NX200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and NX200 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ30W and NX200.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HZ30W using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX200 will show greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older HZ30W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.