Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB30F

Below is a in depth assessment of the Samsung PL170 versus Samsung WB30F, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was revealed 24 months prior to the WB30F making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the PL170 grades versus the WB30F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL170 and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung PL170 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Samsung PL170 versus Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the PL170 versus the WB30F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the PL170 and WB30F is 99 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the PL170 and WB30F.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older PL170 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.