Samsung CL80 vs Samsung WB35F

On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung CL80 and Samsung WB35F, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was revealed 5 years prior to the WB35F which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the CL80 scores against the WB35F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 and Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung CL80 provides outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the CL80 compared to the WB35F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CL80 and WB35F is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CL80 and WB35F.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB35F to offer more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged CL80 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.