Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung WB350F

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was announced 7 months later than the WB350F so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX520 HS grades vs the WB350F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS comes with external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX520 HS and the WB350F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and WB350F is 69 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and WB350F.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files but you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX520 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.