Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB150F

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.