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Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front
 
Samsung WB30F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs

Fujifilm Z37
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Introduced July 2009
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
  • Announced January 2013
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm Z37 and Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was announced 4 years prior to the WB30F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades vs the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Samsung WB30F

 Fujifilm Z37 WB30F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Fujifilm Z37

 WB30F Fujifilm Z37 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013July 2009Newer by 42 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Samsung WB30F

 Fujifilm Z37 WB30F 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 enjoys exterior dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the WB30F.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and WB30F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z37 and WB30F.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung WB30F to render more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z37 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung WB30F as a Portrait photography camera
19
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Street photography details
Samsung WB30F Street photography details
54
lighter than others (125g)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
64
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (128g)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Sports photography factors
Samsung WB30F Sports photography factors
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
45
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm Z37
Travel photography with Samsung WB30F
56
lighter than others (125 grams)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low resolution (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
69
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
decent megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
no Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Landscape photography information
Samsung WB30F Landscape photography information
22
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
43
reasonably wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Vlogging advice
Samsung WB30F Vlogging advice
25
lighter than others (125 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have microphone support
33
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone socket
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z37 and Samsung WB30F
 Fujifilm FinePix Z37Samsung WB30F
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model Fujifilm FinePix Z37 Samsung WB30F
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-07-22 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 -
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focus distance 8cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 3s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 125g (0.28 lbs) 128g (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Cost at release $130 $180