Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung WB350F

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus SH-50 and Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was revealed 12 months before the WB350F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SH-50 matches up against the WB350F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SH-50 & Samsung WB350F. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-50 Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-50 enjoys outer dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB350F has dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SH-50 against the WB350F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-50 and WB350F is 88 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-50 and WB350F.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images although you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older SH-50 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.