Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 601g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
- Released September 2010
- Superseded the Canon SX20 IS
- Updated by Canon SX40 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2014
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX30 IS was announced 4 years earlier than the WB35F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX30 IS grades vs the WB35F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Samsung WB35F
SX30 IS | WB35F | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Canon SX30 IS
WB35F | SX30 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | September 2010 | More modern by 40 months |
Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB35F
SX30 IS | WB35F | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX30 IS has outer measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX30 IS and the WB35F.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and WB35F is 64 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and WB35F.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB35F to produce greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung WB35F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-09-14 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 601g (1.32 lbs) | 194g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $400 | $130 |