Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB150F
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37 Features
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93 Imaging
37 Features
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 601g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
- Announced September 2010
- Older Model is Canon SX20 IS
- New Model is Canon SX40 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2012

Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX30 IS was manufactured 16 months prior to the WB150F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX30 IS grades vs the WB150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Samsung WB150F. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Samsung WB150F
SX30 IS | WB150F | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Canon SX30 IS
WB150F | SX30 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 16 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB150F
SX30 IS | WB150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX30 IS offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX30 IS versus the WB150F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX30 IS and WB150F is 64 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX30 IS and WB150F.
Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files however you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX30 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-09-14 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
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, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 601 grams (1.32 lbs) | 188 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | NB-7L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $400 | $230 |