Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung WB30F
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Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched February 2006
(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
- Released January 2013
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung WB30F Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung WB30F, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and WB30F (16MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and WB30F (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe GX-1L was revealed 7 years earlier than the WB30F which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GX-1L matches up against the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Samsung WB30F
GX-1L | WB30F | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Samsung GX-1L
WB30F | GX-1L | |||
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Released | January 2013 | February 2006 | More modern by 83 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Clearer screen (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Samsung WB30F
GX-1L | WB30F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1L provides external dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the GX-1L against the WB30F.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and WB30F is 69 and 96 respectively.
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and WB30F.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX-1L with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung WB30F will give you greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung GX-1L | Samsung WB30F |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2006-02-24 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 5 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.1-6.3 |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 210k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 570 gr (1.26 pounds) | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 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 | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $0 | $180 |