Performance
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Samples
Samples
Some appearing red-eye can be seen in the
portraits with flash, though the colors are good. Colors and exposure are
pretty good, with fair color reproduction.
Lens
quality
Testing
images
Images are soft at the corners, though the
details are generally good in the rest of the images, as well as when zooming
in. it’s best to avoid digital zoom, unless you have a plan to share on webs
such as Facebook, where images will be resized. Some purple borders are
visible, though this is most noticeable in high contrast zone, and not a too
big problem in most of the images. The dynamic range is good, and can be
expanded by using back light shooting modes.
ISO
image noise level
ISO
testing images
Image noise is low at ISO80 and ISO100. Noise
increases at ISO 200, with some los details. Noise once again increases at
ISO400 with more lost details. Images become soft at ISO800, though the result
seems to be acceptable. Noise peaks at ISO3200, with lots of lost details and
it’s best to avoid this setting, though ISO1600 may be the most meaningful
result, especially in caase of size reduction.
White
balance effect
White
balance testing images
Auto
white balance (AWB) works well under tungsten light with a little warm result,
and tungsten preset produces a more neuter result. AWB performs well under
fluorescent light, with the fluorescent preset offers light-colored details, so
it’s best to set AWB at balance.
Panoramic
mode
Panoramic mode allows you to pan the camera
from one place to another place while pressing the shutter button down. The
camera automatically links the images together when you’re shooting. Resolution
is low, and details are a little poor, so it’s best for them to be used for
sharing on the web.
Panoramic
mode
Some
other testing images
Other
testing images
Digital
filter
Digital
filter
There’re some scene modes, frame selection,
as well as the digital effects, which include: minifying, pattern, artistic
effect, screen cropping, sketch, soft focus, fish eye, old film, half-tone, monochromatic,
retro, magnifying, as well as some image-splitting options.
Video
Video is recorded at 720p (1,280x720) with
the speed of 30fps having mono sound, and optical zoom is available when
recording. You can also pause the video when recording. Quality is reasonable, which
has the benefits thanks to the optical image stabilization.
Value
Samsung WB30F is available at 178.5$, the
price of which makes it have excellent value that is worth the money spent for
a compact camera with 10x optical zoom lens and built-in Wi-Fi. The
alternatives include:
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Sony Cyber-shot WX200 - 10x optical zoom, Wi-Fi,
238.5$
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Panasonic Lumix SZ9 - 10x optical zoom, Wi-Fi, 268.5$
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Canon IXUS 255 HS - 10x optical zoom, Wi-Fi, 328.5$
You also need to buy a memory card and a
sleeve or a bag to keep your camera safe and protected – rely on our full
instruction to buy the camera bag.
Conclusion
Samsung WB30F provides excellent quality
that is worth the money spending for a compact camera with 10x optical zoom
lens, 3 inch screen and built-in Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi sharing on this camera is also as
easy as the way it allows you to share images on public Wi-Fi, upload directly
onto Facebook or other social pages. The rivals are in this market with a 10x
optical zoom, and integrated on the inside with available Wi-Fi, however these
trends usually comes with more expenses, and Wi-Fi sharing is not always as
easy as on Samsung. While image quality is not perfect, it’s generally good,
and can create excellent quality to share the webs such as Facebook, with good
colors and exposure. Meanwhile we may be fond of watching a higher res screen
and the better panoramic images, as well as full HD, to those who’re looking
for a basic camera, at an amazing price, Samsung WB30F is essential for
consideration.
Advantages
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Lens with 10 wide-angle
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Value for money
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Amazing Wi-Fi sharing
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Image stabilization
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Very compact
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Available in various color for selection
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High-quality 3 inch screen
Disadvantages
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Only 230k dot res screen
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Images are quite soft at the angles
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Limited gripping
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720p video
Technical specs
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Lens
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Max lens aperture: f/3.1 - f/6.3
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35mm equivalent: 24mm - 240mm
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Optical zoom: 10x
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Image sensor
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CCD pixels: 16.2Mp (Megapixels)
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Pixels (W): 4608
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Pixels (H): 3456
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Sensor type: CCD
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Sensor size: 1/2.3 inch
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Sensor size (width): no data
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Sensor size (length): no data
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Aspect Ratio: 4:3; 16:9, 3:2
LCD screen
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LCD screen: 3in
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Screen res: 230k dots
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Touch screen: no
Focusing process
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Focus mode: Autofocus, Centre, Face Detection,
AF Tracking, Multi, Manual
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Min Focus: 5 cm
Brightness adjustment
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Shortest shutter speed: 1/2000 sec
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Longest shutter speed: 16 seconds
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Light modes: Program, Scene modes
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Format: Spot, Centre-weighted – Average, Multi
Pattern
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ISO light sensitivity: 80 - 3200
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White balance: auto, manual, outdoor/daylight,
cloudy, incandescent, fluorescent
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Exposure Comp: +/-2
Video
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Filming mode: yes
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Video FPS: 30
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Res: 1,280 x 720 720p, 640x480 VGA, 320x240
VGA
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Stereo sound: No
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Video close-up zoom: yes
Other features
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Image stabilization: yes
Interface
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HDMI: yes
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USB: USB 2
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Wi-Fi: yes
Storage
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Memory type: Micro SD, Micro SDHC
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File type: JPG
Power source
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Battery type: Lithium Ion
Accessories coming with the box
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Camera
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Wrist strap
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USB Cable
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USB Charger
Size
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Weight: 114g
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Width: 94.4mm
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Height: 58mm
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Depth: 17.7mm
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