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Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42
Samsung WB350F front
 
Sigma SD1 front
Portability
77
Imaging
55
Features
43
Overall
50

Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs

Samsung WB350F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
  • Released January 2014
Sigma SD1
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
  • Released September 2010
  • New Model is Sigma SD1 Merrill
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Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Samsung WB350F versus Sigma SD1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the WB350F (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the WB350F (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The WB350F was launched 3 years after the SD1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WB350F matches up against the SD1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sigma SD1

 WB350F SD1 
ReleasedJanuary 2014September 2010More modern by 41 months
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Samsung WB350F

 SD1 WB350F 

Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sigma SD1

 WB350F SD1 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Display resolution460k460kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB350F has outer measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB350F versus Sigma SD1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WB350F vs the SD1.

Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB350F and SD1 is 90 and 77 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB350F and SD1.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WB350F due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung WB350F will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher WB350F will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB350F Portrait photography details
Sigma SD1 Portrait photography details
40
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
65
has manual focus
megapixel count good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no liveview feature
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung WB350F
Street photography with Sigma SD1
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (276g)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
62
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
low max ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB350F as a Sports photography camera
Sigma SD1 as a Sports photography camera
50
great zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
56
megapixel count good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
no liveview feature
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB350F as a Travel photography camera
Sigma SD1 as a Travel photography camera
69
lighter than competition in class (276 grams)
MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (23mm)
long reach (483mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
65
environment proofing
megapixel count good (15 megapixels)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung WB350F
Landscape photography with Sigma SD1
50
you can focus manually
fairly wide (23mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
61
has manual focus
switch lenses (Sigma SA mount)
screen is a good size (3")
megapixel count good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
low max ISO (0)
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB350F Vlogging advice
Sigma SD1 Vlogging advice
34
fairly wide (23mm)
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (276 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
doesn't have microphone port
9
can't record video
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Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB350F and Sigma SD1
 Samsung WB350FSigma SD1
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sigma
Model Samsung WB350F Sigma SD1
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Advanced DSLR
Released 2014-01-07 2010-09-21
Physical type Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by - Dual True II
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 24 x 16mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 384.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 15 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 -
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4800 x 3200
Highest native ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 80 -
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - 2
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Sigma SA
Lens focal range 23-483mm (21.0x) -
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.9 -
Number of lenses - 76
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 460k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.64x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 16 seconds 15 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 None
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 276 grams (0.61 lb) -
Physical dimensions 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1")
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 SLB-10A -
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible)
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $260 $2,339