Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung NX500

Here is a extensive review of the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung NX500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both sold by Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and NX500 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ30W was brought out 6 years before the NX500 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the HZ30W scores against the NX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ30W and Samsung NX500. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ30W offers exterior measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has proportions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung NX500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ30W and the NX500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and NX500 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and NX500.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HZ30W because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX500 will deliver extra detail having its extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older HZ30W is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.