Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W650

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W650, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and W650 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was released 24 months before the W650 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the HZ30W grades against the W650 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ30W enjoys outer dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W650 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ30W vs the W650.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and W650 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ30W and W650.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony W650 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged HZ30W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.