Samsung HZ30W vs Sony WX80

Its time to look closer at the Samsung HZ30W versus Sony WX80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and WX80 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ30W was released 4 years prior to the WX80 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the HZ30W scores versus the WX80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung HZ30W Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ30W provides external measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung HZ30W versus Sony WX80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the HZ30W compared to the WX80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ30W and WX80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and WX80.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX80 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older HZ30W will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.