Samsung CL80 vs Samsung WB350F

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung CL80 and Samsung WB350F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the WB350F which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the CL80 scores versus the WB350F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL80 and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are available at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung CL80 enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

See the Samsung CL80 and Samsung WB350F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the CL80 against the WB350F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and WB350F is 95 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The pic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CL80 and WB350F.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB350F to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged CL80 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.