Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung PL210

Below is a detailed analysis of the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung PL210, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was announced 11 months prior to the PL210 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the HZ30W matches up vs the PL210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W & Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Samsung HZ30W comes with outer measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung PL210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the HZ30W vs the PL210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and PL210 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ30W and PL210.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung PL210 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older HZ30W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.