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Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Announced September 2011
(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
- Announced January 2013
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Below, we will be matching up the Pentax RZ18 versus Samsung WB30F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe RZ18 was introduced 16 months earlier than the WB30F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the RZ18 scores vs the WB30F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Samsung WB30F
| RZ18 | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Pentax RZ18
| WB30F | RZ18 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 | September 2011 | Fresher by 16 months |
Common features in the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung WB30F
| RZ18 | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax RZ18 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has sizing 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 Pentax RZ18 versus Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the RZ18 versus the WB30F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the RZ18 and WB30F is 92 and 96 respectively.
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the RZ18 and WB30F.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older RZ18 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
| Pentax Optio RZ18 | Samsung WB30F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Optio RZ18 | Samsung WB30F |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2011-09-12 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| 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 | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 4cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.80 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 model | D-LI92 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $210 | $180 |