Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung SL620

Following is a in depth review of the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung SL620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was unveiled 12 months after the SL620 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the HZ30W scores against the SL620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ30W and Samsung SL620. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ30W has got physical 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) while the Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung SL620 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the HZ30W against the SL620.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and SL620 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and SL620.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger HZ30W will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.