Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70
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Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched January 2011

Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB30F (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB30F was brought out 2 years after the H70 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the WB30F scores vs the H70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB30F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB30F Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Sony H70
WB30F | H70 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the Samsung WB30F
H70 | WB30F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB30F and Sony H70
WB30F | H70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB30F has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony H70 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the WB30F against the H70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WB30F and H70 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The picture below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WB30F and H70.
Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer WB30F is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB30F vs Sony H70 Specifications
Samsung WB30F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB30F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | QVGA TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lbs) | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $180 | $199 |