Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F
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Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2013

Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was released 11 months earlier than the WB30F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A4000 IS scores against the WB30F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Samsung WB30F
A4000 IS | WB30F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Canon A4000 IS
WB30F | A4000 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Samsung WB30F
A4000 IS | WB30F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A4000 IS offers external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the A4000 IS and the WB30F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A4000 IS and WB30F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A4000 IS and WB30F.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged A4000 IS will be behind in sensor tech.

Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Samsung WB30F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 pounds) | 128g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 175 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $199 | $180 |