Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung WB30F

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX120 IS versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and WB30F (16MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and WB30F (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX120 IS was released 4 years earlier than the WB30F which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX120 IS matches up against the WB30F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX120 IS has outside measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX120 IS versus Samsung WB30F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX120 IS against the WB30F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and WB30F is 87 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX120 IS and WB30F.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung WB30F will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.