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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
 
Samsung WB30F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Launched August 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 Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F Overview

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung WB30F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was manufactured 4 months earlier than the WB30F and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up against the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Samsung WB30F

 Galaxy Camera 3G WB30F 
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 WB30F Galaxy Camera 3G 
Screen resolution230k0kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung WB30F

 Galaxy Camera 3G WB30F 
AnnouncedAugust 2012January 2013Same generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G features external dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G against the WB30F.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 3G and WB30F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 3G and WB30F.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography factors
Samsung WB30F Portrait photography factors
30
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
35
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Street photography highlights
Samsung WB30F Street photography highlights
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (305 grams)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
64
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (128 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography advice
Samsung WB30F Sports photography advice
44
excellent zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
45
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography advice
Samsung WB30F Travel photography advice
72
lighter than competitors in class (305g)
MP count decent (16MP)
reasonably wide (23mm)
very long zoom (481mm)
good max aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than competition (128 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
lack of Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB30F as a Landscape photography camera
47
reasonably wide (23mm)
good max aperture (f)
screen larger than average (4.8")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Timelapse mode
43
rather wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging details
Samsung WB30F Vlogging details
36
reasonably wide (23mm)
good max aperture (f)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors in class (305g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no microphone jack
33
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
lighter than competition (128 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB30F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung WB30F
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3GSamsung WB30F
General Information
Make Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Samsung WB30F
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-08-29 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 1.4GHz Quad-Core -
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
Highest resolution - 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-481mm (20.9x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.1-6.3
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 4.8 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 8s
Highest shutter speed - 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash modes no built-in flash -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 305 grams (0.67 lbs) 128 grams (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 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
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $606 $180