Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB30F
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Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012
(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
Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Nikon S6300 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S6300 was manufactured 11 months before the WB30F so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S6300 grades against the WB30F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Samsung WB30F
S6300 | WB30F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Nikon S6300
WB30F | S6300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Samsung WB30F
S6300 | WB30F | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 provides outer dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has measurements 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 Nikon S6300 versus Samsung WB30F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S6300 against the WB30F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and WB30F is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and WB30F.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files however you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older S6300 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Samsung WB30F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 life | 230 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $180 |