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Comparison of Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Samsung WB30F [S]ave

Attribute
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS ×
Samsung WB30F ×
General
ModelCanon PowerShot A4000 ISSamsung WB30F
BrandCanonSamsung
Manufacturer urlhttps://www.usa.canon.com/https://www.samsung.com
Model numberA4000 ISWB30F
Camera formatUltra CompactUltra Compact
Release year (year)20122013
Tripod mount++
Length (mm)9598
Width (mm)2417
Height (mm)5658
Weight (g)145128
Waterproof--
Image Sensor
Sensor typeCCDCCD
Effective megapixels (MP)1616.2
Sensor format1/2.3 inch1/2.3 inch
Sensor area (mm²)28.0728.07
Sensor width (mm)6.176.17
Sensor height (mm)4.554.55
Approximate pixel pitch (micron)1.341.34
Aspect ratio4:34:3
Color filter typeRGBGRGBG
Self-cleaning--
Sensor shift image stabilization--
On-sensor phase detect--
Image Capture
Image resolution
  • 1600 x 1200(1.9 mp 4:3)
  • 3264 x 2448(8.0 mp 4:3)
  • 4608 x 2592(11.9 mp 16:9)
  • 4608 x 3456(15.9 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
  • 1024 x 768(0.8 mp 4:3)
  • 1920 x 1080(2.1 mp 16:9)
  • 1984 x 1488(3.0 mp 4:3)
  • 2592 x 1944(5.0 mp 4:3)
  • 3648 x 2736(10.0 mp 4:3)
  • 4608 x 2592(11.9 mp 16:9)
  • 4608 x 3072(14.2 mp 3:2)
  • 4608 x 3456(15.9 mp 4:3)
Image file format
  • jpeg (exif 2.3)
  • jpeg (exif 2.21)
Continuous-mode (fps)0.8-
Video Capture
Can take movies++
Movie resolution
  • 1280x720
  • 640x480
  • 1280x720
  • 320x240
  • 640x480
Movie max framerate (fps)-30
Image Storage
Movie file formatMOV (Image: H.264, Audio: Monoaural Linear PCM)MP4 (Video: MPEG4.AVC / H.264, Audio: Monaural AAC)
Composite video out++
Ntsc/pal switchable video++
Hd video out--
Lens and Optics
LensCanon Zoom LensSamsung Zoom
Focal length (35mm equivalent) (mm)28.00 - 224.0024.00 - 240.00
Focal length (actual) (mm)5.00 - 40.003.00 - 43.00
Zoom ratio (x)810
Aperture range (f)0.17 - 0.330.16 - 0.32
Integrated nd filter--
Min focus range (cm)5-
Macro focus range (cm)1 - 50-
Optical image stabilization++
Digital zoom++
Digital zoom values (x)
  • 4
-
Auto Focus
Auto focus++
Auto focus typeContrast Detect AF with Face DetectionContrast Detection: Multi AF, Center AF, Tracking AF, Face Detection AF, Smart Face Recognition AF
Auto focus assist light++
Manual focus--
Viewfinder
ViewfinderLCDLCD
Focus peaking--
Display
Eye-level viewfinder--
Rear display++
Rear display size (inch)33
Rear display resolution (dots)230,000230,400
Touchscreen--
Articulating screen--
Tilt swivel screen--
Selfie screen--
Max playback zoom (x)10-
Exposure
Iso settingsAuto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Auto iso mode++
White balance settings
  • auto
  • cloudy
  • custom
  • daylight
  • fluorescent
  • fluorescent h
  • tungsten
  • auto
  • cloudy
  • custom set
  • daylight
  • fluorescent_h
  • fluorescent_l
  • tungsten
Shutter speed range (s)1/2000 - 151/2000 - 8
Bulb mode--
Exposure compensation+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Explosure metering modesEvaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot (center)Multi, Spot, Center Weighted, Face Detection AE
Program auto exposure++
Aperture priority--
Shutter priority--
Full manual exposure--
Creative exposure modesPortrait, Face Self-timer, Low Light, Fisheye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster EffectScene (TBD), Photo Filter, Split Shot, Motion Photo, Close up, Magic Frame, Live Panorama, Beauty Shot, Night shot
Self timer (s)
  • 2
  • 10
  • 2
  • 10
High resolution composite--
Flash
Built-in flash++
Flash modes
  • auto
  • flash off
  • flash on
  • slow synchro
  • auto
  • auto & red-eye reduction
  • fill-in flash
  • flash off
  • red-eye fix
  • slow sync
Flash range descriptionAuto ISO: 50 cm - 3.0 m (W), 1.0 - 2.0 m (T)TBD
Usable memory types
  • sd
  • sdhc
  • sdx
  • sd
  • sdhc
  • sdx
Dual card slots--
Raw capture support--
Connectivity
Built-in wi-fi-+
NFC--
Bluetooth--
Built-in gps--
Microphone jack--
Headphone jack--
External connections
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • wifi
Pictbridge compliant++
Dpof compliant++
Connections (extended)-
  • built-in wi-fi
Performance Timing
Jpeg shooting speed in burst mode (max resolution) (fps)0.8-
Power
Battery life, stills (cipa rating monitor/live view) (shots)175-
Battery form factorProprietary NB-11LProprietary BP70A
Usable battery types
  • lithium-ion rechargeable
  • lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries included1 x Proprietary NB-11L Lithium-ion rechargeable1 x Proprietary BP70A Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery charger included (dedicated charger or ac/usb adapter)++
Software
Included software
  • canon software suite cd-rom
  • ilauncher
Os compatibility
  • mac os
  • windows
-
Miscellaneous
Notes and featuresIntelligent Image Stabilization, 720p HD videos, Smart Auto with 32 modes, Help button. Available in black, silver, blueSmart Camera 2.0, Optical Image Stabilization, 720p HD movies, Built-in Wi-Fi, Magic Frame, Live Panorama. Available in black



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