Samsung ST65 vs Samsung WB30F

Following is a complete comparison of the Samsung ST65 vs Samsung WB30F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Samsung. The resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was introduced 23 months earlier than the WB30F making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ST65 matches up versus the WB30F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST65 and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST65 comes with physical measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST65 vs Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST65 versus the WB30F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and WB30F is 99 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The pic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ST65 and WB30F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB30F to resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ST65 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.