Samsung HZ30W vs Sony T90
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony T90 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
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is WB600
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Introduced February 2009
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony T90 Overview
Lets look closer at the Samsung HZ30W vs Sony T90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe HZ30W was announced 12 months later than the T90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short view of how the HZ30W scores vs the T90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony T90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Sony T90
HZ30W | T90 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Samsung HZ30W
T90 | HZ30W | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ30W and Sony T90
HZ30W | T90 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ30W comes with outer dimensions 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 T90 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung HZ30W vs Sony T90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the HZ30W vs the T90.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and T90 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ30W and T90.
Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger HZ30W is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony T90 Specifications
Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Otherwise known as | WB600 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-19 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 245g (0.54 lb) | 148g (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-11A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $280 | $259 |