Olympus 7030 vs Samsung WB150F
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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is mju 7030
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus 7030 versus Samsung WB150F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The 7030 was launched 24 months before the WB150F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 7030 matches up against the WB150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Samsung WB150F
7030 | WB150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Olympus 7030
WB150F | 7030 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 24 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Samsung WB150F
7030 | WB150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus 7030 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7030 offers exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 7030 versus Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 7030 against the WB150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7030 and WB150F is 95 and 93 respectively.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The pic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7030 and WB150F.
As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged 7030 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7030 | Samsung WB150F |
Alternative name | mju 7030 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9 and 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $179 | $230 |