Samsung WB750 vs Sony HX30V

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Samsung WB750 vs Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the WB750 (13MP) and HX30V (18MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB750 was brought out 6 months before the HX30V so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the WB750 grades against the HX30V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB750 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB750 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung WB750 has exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB750 vs Sony HX30V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WB750 vs the HX30V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB750 and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB750 and HX30V.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX30V to resolve more detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively.