Samsung SL30 vs Sony W730
95 Imaging
33 Features
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96 Imaging
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33 Overall
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Samsung SL30 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Also Known as ES15
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
Samsung SL30 vs Sony W730 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Samsung SL30 vs Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SL30 (10MP) and W730 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe SL30 was brought out 4 years prior to the W730 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SL30 matches up vs the W730 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung SL30 vs Sony W730 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung SL30 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Sony W730
SL30 | W730 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Samsung SL30
W730 | SL30 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2009 | More modern by 47 months | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL30 and Sony W730
SL30 | W730 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung SL30 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL30 provides outside measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Samsung SL30 vs Sony W730 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SL30 and the W730.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SL30 and W730 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Samsung SL30 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SL30 and W730.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W730 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SL30 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung SL30 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Samsung SL30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SL30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Alternative name | ES15 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-17 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 122 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $93 | $138 |