Samsung WB30F vs Sigma fp L

Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung WB30F versus Sigma fp L, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the WB30F (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the WB30F (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The WB30F was launched 9 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the WB30F grades versus the fp L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB30F & Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB30F Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB30F features outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB30F versus Sigma fp L in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WB30F compared to the fp L.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB30F and fp L is 96 and 83 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB30F and fp L.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WB30F featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sigma fp L will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 45MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged WB30F is going to be behind in sensor tech.