Samsung WB30F vs Sony TX30

Let's examine more closely at the Samsung WB30F and Sony TX30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB30F (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB30F was launched 6 months prior to the TX30 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the WB30F scores versus the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB30F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB30F Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB30F has 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) while the Sony TX30 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WB30F compared to the TX30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WB30F and TX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WB30F and TX30.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony TX30 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively.