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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36
Samsung DV300F front
 
Samsung WB30F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs

Samsung DV300F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2012
Samsung WB30F
(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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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F Overview

Lets look more closely at the Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Samsung. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The DV300F was brought out 12 months before the WB30F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the DV300F matches up versus the WB30F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Samsung WB30F

 DV300F WB30F 
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Samsung DV300F

 WB30F DV300F 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2012Newer by 12 months

Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Samsung WB30F

 DV300F WB30F 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung DV300F features external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the DV300F against the WB30F.

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and WB30F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F top view buttons comparison

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and WB30F.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged DV300F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F sensor size comparison

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung DV300F
Portrait photography with Samsung WB30F
34
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has face detect focus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
35
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detection focus
manual focus not available
no manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Samsung DV300F as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB30F as a Street photography camera
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (133g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
64
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung DV300F Sports photography factors
Samsung WB30F Sports photography factors
44
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
45
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung DV300F Travel photography advice
Samsung WB30F Travel photography advice
69
lighter than average (133 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
69
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung DV300F Landscape photography factors
Samsung WB30F Landscape photography factors
43
reasonably wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
lack of manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
43
decently wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung DV300F Vlogging details
Samsung WB30F Vlogging details
33
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
lighter than average (133g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
33
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focus
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic socket
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB30F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung DV300F and Samsung WB30F
 Samsung DV300FSamsung WB30F
General Information
Brand Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung DV300F Samsung WB30F
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-01-02 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 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 Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-125mm (5.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.5-6.3 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focusing range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT LCD QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 16s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.10 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133g (0.29 lb) 128g (0.28 lb)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 ID BP88 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $200 $180