Panasonic FH6 vs Samsung WB30F
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Panasonic FH6 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 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
- Released January 2013
Panasonic FH6 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
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").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe 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.
Panasonic FH6 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Samsung WB30F
FH6 | WB30F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Panasonic FH6
WB30F | FH6 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2012 | More modern by 12 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH6 and Samsung WB30F
FH6 | WB30F | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH6 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic FH6 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic FH6 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Samsung WB30F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-6.4 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119g (0.26 pounds) | 128g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 280 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $129 | $180 |