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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F

Portability
89
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38
Olympus SZ-16 iHS front
 
Samsung WB35F front
Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs

Olympus SZ-16 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
  • 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
  • Released January 2013
Samsung WB35F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2014
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F Overview

Following is a complete analysis of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was revealed 12 months prior to the WB35F and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up vs the WB35F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Samsung WB35F

 SZ-16 iHS WB35F 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS

 WB35F SZ-16 iHS 
RevealedJanuary 2014January 2013More modern by 12 months
Manual focus Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Samsung WB35F

 SZ-16 iHS WB35F 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS offers physical measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Samsung WB35F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the WB35F.

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and WB35F is 89 and 93 respectively.

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F top view buttons comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison

Often, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and WB35F.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-16 iHS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F sensor size comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS Portrait photography details
Samsung WB35F Portrait photography details
35
good MP (16MP)
includes face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
37
focusing manually
MP count good (16MP)
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (226 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (194 grams)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Sports photography with Samsung WB35F
42
incredible zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
max fps low (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (220 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Travel photography camera
65
lighter than competition in class (226 grams)
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
long reach (600mm)
no Time Lapse function
terrible battery pack (220 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
70
lighter than competitors (194g)
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
very long reach (288mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Landscape photography camera
41
relatively wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
terrible battery pack (220 per charge)
no Time Lapse function
43
focusing manually
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus SZ-16 iHS Vlogging factors
Samsung WB35F Vlogging factors
31
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focus
lighter than competition in class (226g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
31
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (194g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
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Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung WB35F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Samsung WB35F
 Olympus SZ-16 iHSSamsung WB35F
General Information
Company Olympus Samsung
Model type Olympus SZ-16 iHS Samsung WB35F
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2013-01-08 2014-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-600mm (24.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-6.9 f/3.1-6.3
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.7"
Resolution of display 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT Color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 226 grams (0.50 pounds) 194 grams (0.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" 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 220 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID LI-50B BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $230 $130