Samsung WB30F vs Sony A7
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Samsung WB30F vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Introduced January 2014
- New Model is Sony A7 II
Samsung WB30F vs Sony A7 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung WB30F and Sony A7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the WB30F (16MP) and A7 (24MP) and the WB30F (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) come with different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe WB30F was brought out 12 months prior to the A7 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the WB30F matches up against the A7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung WB30F vs Sony A7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB30F and Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB30F Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Sony A7
WB30F | A7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Samsung WB30F
A7 | WB30F | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | January 2013 | More recent by 12 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper screen (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB30F and Sony A7
WB30F | A7 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung WB30F vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung WB30F provides outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung WB30F and Sony A7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WB30F vs the A7.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WB30F and A7 is 96 and 78 respectively.
Samsung WB30F vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB30F and A7.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WB30F due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A7 will produce more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older WB30F will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung WB30F vs Sony A7 Specifications
Samsung WB30F | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB30F | Sony Alpha A7 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2014-01-22 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | QVGA TFT LCD | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) | 474 gr (1.04 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $180 | $798 |