Samsung WB30F vs Sony HX30V
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Samsung WB30F vs Sony HX30V 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched February 2012
- Previous Model is Sony HX20V
- Renewed by Sony HX50V

Samsung WB30F vs Sony HX30V Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Samsung WB30F versus Sony HX30V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB30F (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WB30F was introduced 11 months after the HX30V and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WB30F scores against the HX30V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony HX30V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB30F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB30F Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Sony HX30V
WB30F | HX30V | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX30V over the Samsung WB30F
HX30V | WB30F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB30F and Sony HX30V
WB30F | HX30V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Samsung WB30F vs Sony HX30V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB30F has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Look at the Samsung WB30F versus Sony HX30V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the WB30F and the HX30V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WB30F and HX30V is 96 and 90 respectively.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony HX30V Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB30F and HX30V.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX30V to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern WB30F will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung WB30F vs Sony HX30V Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Samsung WB30F vs Sony HX30V Specifications
Samsung WB30F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB30F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | QVGA TFT LCD | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) | 254 gr (0.56 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
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 life | - | 320 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $180 | $420 |