Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung WB30F

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung WB30F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was revealed 3 years earlier than the WB30F and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX130 IS matches up against the WB30F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX130 IS vs the WB30F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and WB30F is 85 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and WB30F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB30F to result in more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The older SX130 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.