Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung SL720

Following is a thorough assessment of the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung SL720, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was manufactured 7 months after the SL720 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the HZ30W matches up vs the SL720 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W & Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ30W has physical 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) and the Samsung SL720 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the HZ30W against the SL720.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and SL720 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ30W and SL720.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent HZ30W is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.