Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL170

Here, we are looking at the Samsung HZ30W and Samsung PL170, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both offered by Samsung. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was unveiled 11 months earlier than the PL170 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the HZ30W matches up vs the PL170 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ30W & Samsung PL170. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ30W has got outside measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ30W and Samsung PL170 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the HZ30W against the PL170.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and PL170 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ30W and PL170.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung PL170 to provide extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged HZ30W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.