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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Samsung WB50F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AX355
Samsung WB50F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2014
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the FujiFilm AX350 versus Samsung WB50F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The AX350 was launched 4 years before the WB50F and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the AX350 grades vs the WB50F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Samsung WB50F

 AX350 WB50F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the FujiFilm AX350

 WB50F AX350 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014January 2011More recent by 36 months
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung WB50F

 AX350 WB50F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

See the FujiFilm AX350 versus Samsung WB50F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the AX350 against the WB50F.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the AX350 and WB50F is 94 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and WB50F.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older AX350 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Portrait photography camera
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
37
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (16MP)
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography info
Samsung WB50F Street photography info
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (207 grams)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography information
Samsung WB50F Sports photography information
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (180 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Travel photography highlights
Samsung WB50F Travel photography highlights
56
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
terrible battery power (180 CIPA)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than average in class (207g)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
long reach (288mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Landscape photography features
Samsung WB50F Landscape photography features
29
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery power (180 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse function
47
focusing manually
reasonably wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung WB50F as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone socket
30
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (207 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung WB50F
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Samsung WB50F
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Samsung WB50F
Also called FinePix AX355 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-01-05 2014-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-165mm (5.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.1-6.3
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s -
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s -
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 pounds) 207 grams (0.46 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 images -
Form of battery AA -
Battery ID - BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Card slots One One
Launch price $0 $180