Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB35F
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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced January 2014

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung WB35F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3300 IS was unveiled 4 years before the WB35F and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A3300 IS scores versus the WB35F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS & Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Samsung WB35F
A3300 IS | WB35F | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Canon A3300 IS
WB35F | A3300 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 36 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung WB35F
A3300 IS | WB35F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A3300 IS enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung WB35F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the A3300 IS versus the WB35F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the A3300 IS and WB35F is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A3300 IS and WB35F.
All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older A3300 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung WB35F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 pounds) | 194g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $130 |