Samsung HZ30W vs Sony QX10

Here is a extended analysis of the Samsung HZ30W and Sony QX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and QX10 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was manufactured 4 years earlier than the QX10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the HZ30W scores against the QX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ30W has exterior dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony QX10 has measurements of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the HZ30W compared to the QX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and QX10 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ30W and QX10.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony QX10 to offer extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older HZ30W is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.