Samsung HZ30W vs Sony H50
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB600
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Revealed January 2009
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In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung HZ30W vs Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and H50 (9MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe HZ30W was manufactured 13 months later than the H50 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the HZ30W scores versus the H50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ30W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Sony H50
| HZ30W | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Samsung HZ30W
| H50 | HZ30W |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung HZ30W and Sony H50
| HZ30W | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ30W features physical measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") along with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ30W against the H50.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and H50 is 91 and 69 respectively.
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and H50.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung HZ30W to result in greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern HZ30W should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony H50 Specifications
| Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
| Also called as | WB600 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2010-01-19 | 2009-01-15 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.7-4.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 9.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) | 547 gr (1.21 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | SLB-11A | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $280 | $80 |