Samsung ST6500 vs Samsung WB35F

In this article, we are contrasting the Samsung ST6500 and Samsung WB35F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST6500 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST6500 was manufactured 4 years before the WB35F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the ST6500 grades against the WB35F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST6500 and Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST6500 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST6500 enjoys external dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung ST6500 and Samsung WB35F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ST6500 against the WB35F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ST6500 and WB35F is 99 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST6500 and WB35F.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of images however you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged ST6500 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.