Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB350F

Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung HZ15W versus Samsung WB350F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ15W was brought out 5 years earlier than the WB350F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the HZ15W grades against the WB350F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ15W and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ15W Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ15W enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

See the Samsung HZ15W versus Samsung WB350F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ15W compared to the WB350F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ15W and WB350F is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ15W and WB350F.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older HZ15W will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.