Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX30

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are sold by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the HZ50W (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ50W was brought out 4 years prior to the NX30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the HZ50W scores against the NX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung NX30. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ50W comes with outside measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the HZ50W vs the NX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and NX30 is 70 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and NX30.

Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HZ50W due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX30 will provide greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W will be behind in sensor innovation.