Samsung HZ30W vs Sigma DP2s

Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung HZ30W vs Sigma DP2s, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The HZ30W was launched very close to the DP2s which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HZ30W scores versus the DP2s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ30W and Sigma DP2s. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ30W has got external 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) whilst the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Samsung HZ30W vs Sigma DP2s in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ30W against the DP2s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and DP2s is 91 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ30W and DP2s.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The HZ30W because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung HZ30W will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively.