Fujifilm XP80 vs Samsung WB35F

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm XP80 and Samsung WB35F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The Fujifilm XP80 was unveiled 13 months after the WB35F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm XP80 scores versus the WB35F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XP80 and Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP80 comes with outer dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XP80 and Samsung WB35F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 compared to the WB35F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP80 and WB35F is 93 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP80 and WB35F.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos although you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm XP80 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.