Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung ST90

Here, we are contrasting the Samsung HZ30W and Samsung ST90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was brought out 12 months prior to the ST90 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the HZ30W matches up against the ST90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ30W and Samsung ST90. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ30W comes with exterior dimensions 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 ST90 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ30W compared to the ST90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ30W and ST90 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ30W and ST90.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung ST90 to produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older HZ30W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.