Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung WB30F
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Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX40
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced January 2013

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Below is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FX48 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FX48 was released 5 years earlier than the WB30F and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FX48 scores against the WB30F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Samsung WB30F
FX48 | WB30F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Panasonic FX48
WB30F | FX48 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 48 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung WB30F
FX48 | WB30F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX48 has got external dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst 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).
See the Panasonic FX48 versus Samsung WB30F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FX48 vs the WB30F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and WB30F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX48 and WB30F.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung WB30F to render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older FX48 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Samsung WB30F |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX40 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-27 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 150 gr (0.33 lb) | 128 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $325 | $180 |