Samsung SL820 vs Samsung WB35F

Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung SL820 versus Samsung WB35F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SL820 (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SL820 was unveiled 5 years prior to the WB35F and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the SL820 matches up versus the WB35F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL820 and Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung SL820 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung SL820 features outside measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Samsung SL820 versus Samsung WB35F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SL820 versus the WB35F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SL820 and WB35F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SL820 and WB35F.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung WB35F to show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SL820 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.