Samsung HZ30W vs Sigma SD1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung HZ30W and Sigma SD1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly similar but the HZ30W (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The HZ30W was announced 8 months earlier than the SD1 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the HZ30W matches up vs the SD1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ30W & Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung HZ30W offers external measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ30W and Sigma SD1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ30W against the SD1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and SD1 is 91 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and SD1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ30W with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sigma SD1 will offer you more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HZ30W is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.