Samsung WB30F vs Sony W290

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Samsung WB30F versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the WB30F (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WB30F was introduced 3 years after the W290 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the WB30F scores against the W290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB30F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB30F Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB30F has outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the WB30F vs the W290.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WB30F and W290 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WB30F and W290.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung WB30F to deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher WB30F provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.