Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB30F

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FH2 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was brought out 24 months prior to the WB30F making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FH2 matches up versus the WB30F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 has got outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH2 versus Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FH2 compared to the WB30F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and WB30F is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and WB30F.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB30F to offer you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The older FH2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.