Samsung DV150F vs Sony WX30
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Samsung DV150F vs Sony WX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011
Samsung DV150F vs Sony WX30 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Samsung DV150F and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe DV150F was revealed 18 months later than the WX30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the DV150F scores against the WX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung DV150F vs Sony WX30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Samsung DV150F Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Sony WX30
DV150F | WX30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | July 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Samsung DV150F
WX30 | DV150F | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung DV150F and Sony WX30
DV150F | WX30 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung DV150F vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV150F enjoys outer dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Samsung DV150F and Sony WX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the DV150F against the WX30.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the DV150F and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Samsung DV150F vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV150F and WX30.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of images although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger DV150F provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung DV150F vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung DV150F vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Samsung DV150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung DV150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 116 gr (0.26 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 | - | 250 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $150 | $259 |