Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB30F

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2 was announced 12 months before the WB30F so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the S2 scores versus the WB30F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic S2 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S2 compared to the WB30F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2 and WB30F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and WB30F.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung WB30F to resolve greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.