Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB250F
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB250F 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
- Revealed September 2010
- Earlier Model is Canon SX20 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX40 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
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Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX30 IS versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SX30 IS was released 3 years prior to the WB250F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX30 IS grades versus the WB250F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Samsung WB250F
| SX30 IS | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Canon SX30 IS
| WB250F | SX30 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | September 2010 | Fresher by 28 months |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB250F
| SX30 IS | WB250F |
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX30 IS comes with outside measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX30 IS versus Samsung WB250F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX30 IS compared to the WB250F.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and WB250F is 64 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and WB250F.
Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files though you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older SX30 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung WB250F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung WB250F |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2010-09-14 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.80 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 601g (1.32 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (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 | - |
| 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 |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $400 | $250 |
