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.