Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung WB35F

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon SX260 HS and Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 19 months before the WB35F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX260 HS matches up against the WB35F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX260 HS and Samsung WB35F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX260 HS vs the WB35F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and WB35F is 91 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and WB35F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung WB35F to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SX260 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.