Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WB150F was introduced 12 months earlier than the W730 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WB150F scores against the W730 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Sony W730
WB150F | W730 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Samsung WB150F
W730 | WB150F | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2012 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Sony W730
WB150F | W730 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB150F enjoys exterior measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check the Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the WB150F and the W730.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WB150F and W730 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB150F and W730.
Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W730 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older WB150F is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony W730 Specifications
Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 lbs) | 122 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $230 | $138 |