Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200
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Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200 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
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is WB600
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched July 2010

Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The HZ30W was unveiled 6 months earlier than the PL200 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the HZ30W matches up vs the PL200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W and Samsung PL200. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Samsung PL200
HZ30W | PL200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Samsung HZ30W
PL200 | HZ30W |
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Common features in the Samsung HZ30W and Samsung PL200
HZ30W | PL200 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ30W features exterior 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) while the Samsung PL200 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the HZ30W against the PL200.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ30W and PL200.
To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung PL200 to show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Samsung HZ30W | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ30W | Samsung PL200 |
Also called as | WB600 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-19 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 pounds) | 170g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-11A | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $280 | $0 |