Samsung HZ30W vs Sony HX1

In this article, we will be looking at the Samsung HZ30W versus Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor size.

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The HZ30W was unveiled 10 months later than the HX1 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the HZ30W grades against the HX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ30W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ30W features outside dimensions 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 HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ30W versus the HX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HZ30W and HX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ30W and HX1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The HZ30W using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung HZ30W will provide extra detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher HZ30W is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.