Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F
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Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Old Model is Canon SX210 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX240 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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 SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX230 HS was revealed 3 years prior to the WB35F and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX230 HS matches up vs the WB35F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Samsung WB35F
SX230 HS | WB35F | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Canon SX230 HS
WB35F | SX230 HS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 30 months |
Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Samsung WB35F
SX230 HS | WB35F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS offers physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX230 HS versus the WB35F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and WB35F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and WB35F.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB35F to produce more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older SX230 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Samsung WB35F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 gr (0.49 lb) | 194 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $399 | $130 |