Panasonic FH6 vs Samsung WB30F

Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FH6 and Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was brought out 12 months prior to the WB30F and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FH6 scores against the WB30F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH6 features outside dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH6 and Samsung WB30F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FH6 versus the WB30F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and WB30F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and WB30F.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB30F to show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged FH6 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.