Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX3000

In this article, we are reviewing the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung NX3000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The HZ30W was revealed 5 years before the NX3000 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the HZ30W matches up versus the NX3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ30W & Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ30W features external dimensions 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 NX3000 has proportions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung NX3000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the HZ30W against the NX3000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ30W and NX3000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ30W and NX3000.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HZ30W having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX3000 will show more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older HZ30W will be behind in sensor tech.