Samsung WB30F vs Sony A500

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung WB30F and Sony A500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the WB30F (16MP) and A500 (12MP) and the WB30F (1/2.3") and A500 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The WB30F was brought out 3 years after the A500 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the WB30F matches up vs the A500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB30F & Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB30F Gallery & Sony A500 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB30F enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony A500 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the WB30F vs the A500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB30F and A500 is 96 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WB30F and A500.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WB30F featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung WB30F will provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent WB30F is going to have an edge in sensor technology.