Samsung HZ50W vs Sony QX30

On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony QX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and QX30 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was launched 5 years prior to the QX30 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the HZ50W matches up versus the QX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ50W comes with physical 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 Sony QX30 has dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony QX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the HZ50W vs the QX30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and QX30 is 70 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The pic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and QX30.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony QX30 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.