Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB350F
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Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Announced June 2013
- Replaced the Canon SX150 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Revealed January 2014

Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB350F Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX160 IS versus Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was introduced 6 months before the WB350F so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX160 IS matches up versus the WB350F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Samsung WB350F
SX160 IS | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Canon SX160 IS
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung WB350F
SX160 IS | WB350F | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2014 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX160 IS versus Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX160 IS vs the WB350F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and WB350F is 86 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The visual below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and WB350F.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Samsung WB350F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 291g (0.64 lbs) | 276g (0.61 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 | 380 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $199 | $260 |