Samsung WB30F vs Sony A380
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Samsung WB30F vs Sony A380 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)

Samsung WB30F vs Sony A380 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung WB30F versus Sony A380, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB30F (16MP) and the A380 (14MP) is very similar but the WB30F (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

The WB30F was released 3 years after the A380 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the WB30F matches up versus the A380 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony A380 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB30F & Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB30F Gallery & Sony A380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Sony A380
WB30F | A380 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 42 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Samsung WB30F
A380 | WB30F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung WB30F and Sony A380
WB30F | A380 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Samsung WB30F vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung WB30F has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony A380 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung WB30F versus Sony A380 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the WB30F vs the A380.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB30F and A380 is 96 and 68 respectively.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB30F and A380.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WB30F because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung WB30F will offer more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent WB30F provides an edge in sensor tech.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony A380 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB30F vs Sony A380 Specifications
Samsung WB30F | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB30F | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2009-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | QVGA TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lb) | 519 grams (1.14 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 614 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $180 | $899 |