Samsung WB30F vs Sony G3
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Samsung WB30F vs Sony G3 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Samsung WB30F vs Sony G3 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung WB30F and Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the WB30F (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB30F was released 4 years after the G3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the WB30F matches up against the G3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony G3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB30F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB30F Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Sony G3
WB30F | G3 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Samsung WB30F
G3 | WB30F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB30F and Sony G3
WB30F | G3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung WB30F vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB30F has external 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 G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
See the Samsung WB30F and Sony G3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the WB30F against the G3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB30F and G3 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WB30F and G3.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB30F to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WB30F will have an edge in sensor tech.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB30F vs Sony G3 Specifications
Samsung WB30F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB30F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | QVGA TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 128g (0.28 lb) | 185g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $180 | $200 |