Samsung HZ30W vs Sony HX100V

The following is a extended assessment of the Samsung HZ30W and Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was introduced 21 months prior to the HX100V which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the HZ30W grades versus the HX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung HZ30W features external measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the HZ30W against the HX100V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and HX100V is 91 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and HX100V.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX100V to resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged HZ30W is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.