Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F
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Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Released January 2016
(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
- Introduced January 2014

Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and WB350F (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX540 HS was launched 2 years later than the WB350F and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX540 HS scores against the WB350F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Samsung WB350F. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the Samsung WB350F
SX540 HS | WB350F | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 25 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Canon SX540 HS
WB350F | SX540 HS | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and Samsung WB350F
SX540 HS | WB350F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX540 HS has outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX540 HS compared to the WB350F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and WB350F is 69 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX540 HS and WB350F.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX540 HS to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger SX540 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Samsung WB350F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2016-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442 grams (0.97 lb) | 276 grams (0.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 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 | 205 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $399 | $260 |