Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung WB30F

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X30 and Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and WB30F (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X30 was brought out 20 months after the WB30F making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up vs the WB30F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X30 and Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X30 features outside measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X30 and Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus the WB30F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and WB30F is 80 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and WB30F.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X30 due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung WB30F will produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.