Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB35F

Below is a in depth review of the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was manufactured 16 months prior to the WB35F making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SP-820UZ grades versus the WB35F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-820UZ has got physical measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Samsung WB35F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the WB35F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-820UZ and WB35F is 69 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-820UZ and WB35F.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB35F to provide extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older SP-820UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.