Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W330
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W330 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
- Announced January 2010
- Also Known as WB600
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010
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Below is a in depth overview of the Samsung HZ30W versus Sony W330, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ30W (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe HZ30W was released within a month of the W330 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the HZ30W scores vs the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W330 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The complete galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Sony W330
| HZ30W | W330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Samsung HZ30W
| W330 | HZ30W |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung HZ30W and Sony W330
| HZ30W | W330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | January 2010 | Same generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurement |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ30W has got external dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Samsung HZ30W versus Sony W330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the HZ30W against the W330.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and W330 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ30W and W330.
As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W330 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.
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Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W330 Specifications
| Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung HZ30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
| Also Known as | WB600 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2010-01-19 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16s | 2s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | SLB-11A | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $280 | $170 |