Samsung HZ30W vs Sigma DP2x

Following is a complete overview of the Samsung HZ30W versus Sigma DP2x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ30W was introduced 12 months before the DP2x and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the HZ30W grades against the DP2x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ30W and Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ30W has outside 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 DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ30W versus Sigma DP2x in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ30W vs the DP2x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and DP2x is 91 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ30W and DP2x.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ30W having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung HZ30W will provide more detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged HZ30W will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.