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Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F

Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31
Samsung PL170 front
 
Samsung WB35F front
Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs

Samsung PL170
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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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Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was revealed 4 years prior to the WB35F which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the PL170 matches up vs the WB35F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Samsung WB35F

 PL170 WB35F 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Samsung PL170

 WB35F PL170 
RevealedJanuary 2014January 2011Newer by 36 months
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Common features in the Samsung PL170 and Samsung WB35F

 PL170 WB35F 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the PL170 against the WB35F.

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and WB35F is 99 and 93 respectively.

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and WB35F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos although you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged PL170 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F sensor size comparison

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL170 Portrait photography factors
Samsung WB35F Portrait photography factors
30
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
37
has manual focus
MP count decent (16MP)
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL170 Street photography features
Samsung WB35F Street photography features
50
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (194 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL170 Sports photography details
Samsung WB35F Sports photography details
27
decent MP (16 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
40
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL170 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Travel photography camera
71
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
70
lighter than competition (194 grams)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
great zoom (288mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL170 Landscape photography information
Samsung WB35F Landscape photography information
39
fast max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
43
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL170 Vlogging highlights
Samsung WB35F Vlogging highlights
27
fast max aperture (f)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic socket
31
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (194 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone port
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Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL170 and Samsung WB35F
 Samsung PL170Samsung WB35F
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung PL170 Samsung WB35F
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-01-05 2014-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 24-288mm (12.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.1-6.3
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 194 grams (0.43 lbs)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model - BP70A
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $175 $130