Samsung HZ30W vs Sony W800

In this article, we will be comparing the Samsung HZ30W versus Sony W800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and W800 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was announced 5 years prior to the W800 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the HZ30W scores against the W800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ30W enjoys outside dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ30W versus Sony W800 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ30W vs the W800.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and W800 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ30W and W800.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W800 to produce greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ30W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.