Samsung WB30F vs Sony TX20

Here is a complete overview of the Samsung WB30F versus Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB30F (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WB30F was brought out 11 months later than the TX20 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WB30F grades against the TX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB30F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB30F Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB30F has got 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) whilst the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Samsung WB30F versus Sony TX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the WB30F compared to the TX20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WB30F and TX20 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB30F and TX20.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent WB30F should have an edge in sensor tech.