Samsung HZ30W vs Samsung WB150F

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung HZ30W versus Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was announced 24 months earlier than the WB150F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the HZ30W grades versus the WB150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W & Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ30W comes with exterior measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the HZ30W vs the WB150F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and WB150F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ30W and WB150F.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB150F to offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older HZ30W is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.