Samsung WB30F vs Sony T99

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Samsung WB30F vs Sony T99, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB30F (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB30F was announced 2 years later than the T99 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WB30F matches up against the T99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB30F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB30F Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB30F features outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung WB30F vs Sony T99 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the WB30F against the T99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB30F and T99 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB30F and T99.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB30F to offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher WB30F should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.