Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB30F
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Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
- Launched February 2016
- Older Model is Canon SX710 HS
- Successor is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2013
Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB30F Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX720 HS and Samsung WB30F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX720 HS was launched 3 years later than the WB30F and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX720 HS grades versus the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Samsung WB30F
SX720 HS | WB30F | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | January 2013 | Fresher by 38 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Canon SX720 HS
WB30F | SX720 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and Samsung WB30F
SX720 HS | WB30F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX720 HS has physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX720 HS and Samsung WB30F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX720 HS vs the WB30F.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and WB30F is 89 and 96 respectively.
Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX720 HS and WB30F.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX720 HS to render more detail utilizing its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger SX720 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Samsung WB30F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-02-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 20.3 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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 | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 270 gr (0.60 lb) | 128 gr (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 250 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $379 | $180 |