Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB30F
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Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
(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
- Launched January 2013
Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Following is a complete review of the Samsung ST100 versus Samsung WB30F, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Samsung. The resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ST100 was introduced 4 years prior to the WB30F which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the ST100 scores vs the WB30F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST100 & Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung ST100 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Samsung WB30F
ST100 | WB30F | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 230k | Sharper screen (+922k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Samsung ST100
WB30F | ST100 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2010 | More modern by 36 months |
Common features in the Samsung ST100 and Samsung WB30F
ST100 | WB30F | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST100 features external measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung ST100 versus Samsung WB30F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the ST100 versus the WB30F.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ST100 and WB30F is 95 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST100 and WB30F.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB30F to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged ST100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Samsung ST100 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung ST100 | Samsung WB30F |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,152k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $250 | $180 |