Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F
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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Released May 2009
- Replacement is Canon SX210 IS
(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 SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was unveiled 4 years earlier than the WB30F and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX200 IS matches up versus the WB30F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Samsung WB30F
SX200 IS | WB30F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Canon SX200 IS
WB30F | SX200 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | More recent by 44 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung WB30F
SX200 IS | WB30F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS features physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX200 IS vs the WB30F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and WB30F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and WB30F.
To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung WB30F to offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Samsung WB30F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-05-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $329 | $180 |