Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung WB30F

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-E1 and the Samsung WB30F, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm X-E1 was introduced in February 2013 and Samsung WB30F was introduced in January 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-E1 over Samsung WB30F.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung WB30F over Fujifilm X-E1.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm X-E1 has a 2.8" screen with 460k dot resolution and Samsung WB30F has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Electronic Viewfinder on Fujifilm X-E1

Fujifilm X-E1 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 0.93x (0.62x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Samsung WB30F.

Fujifilm X-E1 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Samsung WB30F features a 16.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

Fujifilm X-E1 has CMOS X-TRANS I sensor

Fujifilm X-E1 is equipped with EXR Pro processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4896 x 2760,3264 x 3264, 3456 x 2304, 3456 x 1944, 2304 x 230, 2496 x 1664, 2496 x 1408 , 1664 x 1664 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Samsung WB30F can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.

Samsung WB30F has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Samsung WB30F

Samsung WB30F has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm X-E1 comes with W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm X-E1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Samsung WB30F has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X-E1, and up to 1/2000 sec on Samsung WB30F. Fujifilm X-E1 can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash. Fujifilm X-E1 also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Fujifilm X-E1.

Fujifilm X-E1 body has dimensions of 129 x 75 x 38 mm (5.08 x 2.95 x 1.5") and Samsung WB30F body has dimensions of 98 x 58 x 17 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 0.67"). Fujifilm X-E1 weighs 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) and Samsung WB30F weighs 128 g (0.28 lb / 4.52 oz).

Fujifilm X-E1

Samsung WB30F

129 mm

75 mm

98 mm

58 mm

38 mm

17 mm