Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX1R
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX1R 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
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB600
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Released June 2013
- Newer Model is Sony RX1R II
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In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX1R, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HZ30W was unveiled 4 years earlier than the RX1R which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the HZ30W matches up against the RX1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX1R Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ30W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Sony RX1R
| HZ30W | RX1R |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Samsung HZ30W
| RX1R | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2013 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 41 months |
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ30W and Sony RX1R
| HZ30W | RX1R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ30W comes with 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) whilst the Sony RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the HZ30W vs the RX1R.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and RX1R is 91 and 79 respectively.
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and RX1R.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ30W with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX1R will deliver greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged HZ30W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony RX1R Specifications
| Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
| Also called | WB600 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2010-01-19 | 2013-06-26 |
| Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.0 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 6.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/4000 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 grams (0.54 lbs) | 482 grams (1.06 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 91 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.6 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 2537 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 270 pictures |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | SLB-11A | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $280 | $2,798 |