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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Samsung WB30F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix AX355
Samsung WB30F
(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
  • Revealed January 2013
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F Overview

Below is a in-depth comparison of the FujiFilm AX350 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The AX350 was brought out 24 months prior to the WB30F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the AX350 grades vs the WB30F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Samsung WB30F

 AX350 WB30F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the FujiFilm AX350

 WB30F AX350 
RevealedJanuary 2013January 2011More recent by 24 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung WB30F

 AX350 WB30F 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither comes with Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AX350 comes with exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AX350 versus Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the AX350 and the WB30F.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and WB30F is 94 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and WB30F.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files however you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older AX350 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Portrait photography information
Samsung WB30F Portrait photography information
30
good resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
35
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography features
Samsung WB30F Street photography features
48
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
64
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (128 grams)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB30F as a Sports photography camera
30
good resolution (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (180 shots)
lacks phase detect auto focus
45
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Travel photography highlights
Samsung WB30F Travel photography highlights
56
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
not so great battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than competitors (128 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
no Time Lapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Landscape photography factors
Samsung WB30F Landscape photography factors
29
good resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
not so great battery pack (180 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse mode
43
really wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung WB30F as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic support
33
really wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focusing
lighter than competitors (128 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic support
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung WB30F
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Samsung WB30F
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Samsung WB30F
Otherwise known as FinePix AX355 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-165mm (5.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.1-6.3
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 128g (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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 life 180 shots -
Form of battery AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $0 $180