Samsung HZ30W vs Sony WX500

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung HZ30W and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and WX500 (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was introduced 6 years before the WX500 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the HZ30W scores versus the WX500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung HZ30W features external 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 WX500 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung HZ30W and Sony WX500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ30W compared to the WX500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and WX500 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ30W and WX500.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony WX500 to provide extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older HZ30W will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.