Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB30F
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Revealed July 2014
(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
- Released January 2013
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Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB30F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe XG-1 was unveiled 19 months after the WB30F making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the XG-1 grades against the WB30F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung WB30F
| XG-1 | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2014 |  | January 2013 | More modern by 19 months |
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Pentax XG-1
| WB30F | XG-1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB30F
| XG-1 | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax XG-1 has got outside dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the XG-1 against the WB30F.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and WB30F is 66 and 96 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and WB30F.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern XG-1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Samsung WB30F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung WB30F |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2014-07-15 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 567 grams (1.25 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 images | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LB-060 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $599 | $180 |