Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB50F
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB50F 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
- Introduced September 2010
- Succeeded the Canon SX20 IS
- Updated by Canon SX40 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2014
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Here is a extended review of the Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX30 IS matches up vs the WB50F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Samsung WB50F
| SX30 IS | WB50F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Canon SX30 IS
| WB50F | SX30 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2014 |  | September 2010 | Fresher by 40 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB50F
| SX30 IS | WB50F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX30 IS has got physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX30 IS versus the WB50F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX30 IS and WB50F is 64 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and WB50F.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung WB50F to result in more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older SX30 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung WB50F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Samsung WB50F |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-09-14 | 2014-01-07 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15s | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.80 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 601g (1.32 lbs) | 207g (0.46 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
| 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-7L | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $400 | $180 |