Samsung HZ30W vs Sony A7
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also referred to as WB600
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Newer Model is Sony A7 II
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony A7 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Samsung HZ30W versus Sony A7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and A7 (24MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe HZ30W was announced 5 years before the A7 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the HZ30W scores vs the A7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony A7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ30W and Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Sony A7
HZ30W | A7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Samsung HZ30W
A7 | HZ30W | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 48 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ30W and Sony A7
HZ30W | A7 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ30W comes with physical measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Compare the Samsung HZ30W versus Sony A7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the HZ30W against the A7.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the HZ30W and A7 is 91 and 78 respectively.
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ30W and A7.
To sum up, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HZ30W using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7 will give you more detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HZ30W is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony A7 Specifications
Samsung HZ30W | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung HZ30W | Sony Alpha A7 |
Otherwise known as | WB600 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-01-19 | 2014-01-22 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 117 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) | 474 gr (1.04 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-11A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $280 | $798 |