Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB2200F side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX30 IS has external dimensions of 123 x 92 x 108 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 4.25″) and weighs 601 g (1.32 lb / 21.20 oz) (including batteries). Samsung WB2200F has external dimensions of 119 x 122 x 99 mm (4.69 x 4.8 x 3.9″) and weighs 708 g (1.56 lb / 24.97 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB2200F. Samsung WB2200F is 4mm narrower and 9mm thinner than Canon SX30 IS but it is also 30mm taller.
![Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung WB2200F Camera Size Comparison - Front View]()
Comparison image of Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB2200F Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX30 IS is significantly lighter (107g ) than the Samsung WB2200F which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weight Comparison
Bridge Cameras
Thickness Comparison
Bridge Cameras
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Canon PowerShot SX30 IS nor Samsung WB2200F provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung WB2200F's 3" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SX30 IS's 2.7" screen.
On the other hand, Canon SX30 IS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over the head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Samsung WB2200F has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX30 IS.
Canon SX30 IS has a 14.0MP 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor and features Digic 4 processor. On the other hand, Samsung WB2200F has a 16.0MP 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor .
Below you can see the SX30 IS and WB2200F sensor size comparison.
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Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB2200F Cameras
Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB2200F have sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since Canon SX30 IS has 14% larger pixel area compared to Samsung WB2200F, it has potential to collect more light on pixel level hence have less noise in low light / High ISO images.
Canon SX30 IS features a 24-840 mm F2.7-5.8 35× zoom lens whereas Samsung WB2200F features a 20-1200 mm F2.8-5.9 60× zoom lens.
Samsung WB2200F has 4mm wider coverage than the Canon SX30 IS. On the other hand, with a max aperture of f2.70, Canon SX30 IS is faster at widest end.
On the tele end, Samsung WB2200F has 360mm longer telezoom reach than the Canon SX30 IS. However, with a max aperture of f5.80, Canon SX30 IS is faster at widest end.
Wide Coverage
DSLR-Like Cameras
Telezoom
DSLR-Like Cameras
Max Aperture at Tele
DSLR-Like Cameras
Max Aperture at Wide
DSLR-Like Cameras
In this section, we rank and compare Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB2200F for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.
Canon SX30 IS for Portrait Photography
Samsung WB2200F for Portrait Photography
Image Stabilization
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 14.0MP
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
Read the details
Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
Read the details
Canon SX30 IS for Street Photography
Samsung WB2200F for Street Photography
Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
Fully Articulated LCD Screen
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.70
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Medium sized Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
Read the details
Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.80
20 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Medium sized Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
Read the details
Canon SX30 IS for Sports Photography
Samsung WB2200F for Sports Photography
Image Stabilization
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
840 mm Tele Lens
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Average Max shutter speed: 1/3200s
No RAW shooting capability
Slow Continuous Shooting: 1.0fps
Environmental Sealings
9 Focus Points
Slow Lens at Tele: f5.80
Read the details
Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 8.0fps
Wireless Connection
1200 mm Tele Lens
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
Environmental Sealings
Unknown Focus Points
Slow Lens at Tele: f5.90
Read the details
Canon SX30 IS for Daily Photography
Samsung WB2200F for Daily Photography
35.0X Optical Zoom
Medium size Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
601g
Body Thickness 108mm
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60.0X Optical Zoom
Medium size Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
708g
Body Thickness 99mm
Read the details
Canon SX30 IS for Landscape Photography
Samsung WB2200F for Landscape Photography
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 14.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
20 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details
You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB2200F, below you can find their scores in five different aspects.
Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.
Here is a summary of how Canon SX30 IS and Samsung WB2200F scores compare:
Canon SX30 IS
Ranked
#69 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked
#626 out of 1220 in all Cameras
Samsung WB2200F
Ranked
#53 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked
#561 out of 1220 in all Cameras
Samsung WB2200F is the overall winner of this comparison. It has a higher Overall Score and beats Canon SX30 IS in all criteria except one: Portability.
If small size and light body is a big priority for you, choose Canon SX30 IS. Otherwise, Samsung WB2200F is the better camera overall.
| General |
Canon PowerShot SX30 IS |
Samsung WB2200F |
| Brand |
Canon |
Samsung |
| Announced |
2010-09-14 |
2014-01-07 |
| Body Type |
SLR-like (bridge) |
SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor |
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| Type |
CCD |
BSI-CMOS |
| Size |
1/2.3" |
1/2.3" |
| Dimensions |
6.17 x 4.55 mm |
6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Area |
28.07mm2 |
28.07mm2 |
| Megapixels |
14 megapixels |
16 megapixels |
| Max Resolution |
4320 x 3240 |
4608 x 3456 |
| Max Native Light sensitivity |
1,600 ISO |
6,400 ISO |
| Min Native Light sensitivity |
80 ISO |
80 ISO |
| RAW Support |
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Autofocus |
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| AF Touch |
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| AF Continuous |
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| AF Single |
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| AF Tracking |
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| AF Selective |
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| AF Center |
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| AF Multi Area |
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| AF Live View |
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| AF Face Detection |
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| AF Contrast Detection |
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| AF Phase Detection |
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| Number of Focus Points |
9 |
n/a |
Lens |
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| Manual Focus |
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| Lens Mount |
fixed lens |
fixed lens |
| Lens Focal Range |
24-840 mm (35×) |
20-1200 mm (60×) |
| Max Aperture |
F2.7-5.8 |
F2.8-5.9 |
| Macro Focus Range |
0cm |
10cm |
Screen |
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| Type |
Fully Articulated |
Fixed type |
| Size |
2.7" |
3" |
| Resolution |
230k dots |
460k dots |
| Touch Screen |
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Viewfinder |
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| Viewfinder |
Electronic |
Electronic |
| Viewfinder Resolution |
n/a |
200k dots |
Photography Features |
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| Max Mechanical Shutter |
1/3200s |
1/2000s |
| Shutter Priority |
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| Aperture Priority |
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| Manual Exposure Mode |
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| Custom White Balance |
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| Image Stabilization |
Optical |
Optical |
| Built-in Flash |
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| Flash Range |
6.80 m |
6.00 m (ISO Auto) |
| External Flash |
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| Continuous Shooting |
1.0 fps |
8.0 fps |
| Multi-Segment |
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| Average |
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| Spot |
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| Partial |
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| Center Weighted |
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| WB Bracketing |
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Video Features |
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| Max Video Resolution |
1280 x 720 |
1920 x 1080 |
| Video Formats |
Motion JPEG |
MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone Port |
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Connectivity |
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| Wireless Connectivity |
Eye-Fi Connected |
Built-In |
| HDMI |
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Physical |
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| Environmental Sealing |
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| Weight |
601g |
708g |
| Dimensions |
123 x 92 x 108mm |
119 x 122 x 99mm |
| Battery Life |
n/a |
n/a |
Other Features |
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| Timelapse Recording |
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| GPS |
None |
None |
DxO Sensor Scores |
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Report a correction |