Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB30F
90 Imaging
37 Features
40 Overall
38
96 Imaging
40 Features
33 Overall
37
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Released June 2010
- Old Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB30F Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung WB30F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX210 IS was launched 3 years prior to the WB30F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX210 IS scores vs the WB30F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Samsung WB30F
| SX210 IS | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Canon SX210 IS
| WB30F | SX210 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | June 2010 | More modern by 31 months |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung WB30F
| SX210 IS | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS features external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 220 grams (0.49 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 SX210 IS and Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the WB30F.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and WB30F is 90 and 96 respectively.
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and WB30F.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB30F to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsStreet Comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesSports Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoTravel Comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthLandscape Comparison
Photography GlossaryVlogging Comparison
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung WB30F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung WB30F |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-06-16 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 220 grams (0.49 pounds) | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) |
| 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 All around 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 recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $226 | $180 |