Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB30F
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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB550
(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
- Announced January 2013
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In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung HZ15W versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe HZ15W was brought out 4 years before the WB30F which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the HZ15W scores against the WB30F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Samsung WB30F
| HZ15W | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Samsung HZ15W
| WB30F | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 47 months |
Common features in the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung WB30F
| HZ15W | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung HZ15W provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has specifications 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the HZ15W against the WB30F.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ15W and WB30F is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ15W and WB30F.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB30F to give you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ15W is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
| Samsung HZ15W | Samsung WB30F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Samsung | Samsung |
| Model | Samsung HZ15W | Samsung WB30F |
| Also called as | WB550 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-02-23 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 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 | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 249 gr (0.55 lb) | 128 gr (0.28 lb) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $330 | $180 |
