Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX100 II
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX100 II 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
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is WB600
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Older Model is Sony RX100
- Replacement is Sony RX100 III
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX100 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe HZ30W was introduced 4 years earlier than the RX100 II and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the HZ30W matches up vs the RX100 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Sony RX100 II
HZ30W | RX100 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Samsung HZ30W
RX100 II | HZ30W | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 41 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 230k | Crisper screen (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ30W and Sony RX100 II
HZ30W | RX100 II | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ30W enjoys exterior measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony RX100 II has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX100 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the HZ30W and the RX100 II.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and RX100 II is 91 and 89 respectively.
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and RX100 II.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HZ30W using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX100 II will produce more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older HZ30W will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Also called | WB600 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-19 | 2013-06-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 pounds) | 281 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-11A | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $280 | $598 |