Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9
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Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Launched November 2002
- Updated by Sigma SD10
Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the WB350F (16MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the WB350F (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe WB350F was launched 11 years after the SD9 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WB350F scores against the SD9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB350F & Sigma SD9. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB350F Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sigma SD9
WB350F | SD9 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | November 2002 | More modern by 136 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 130k | Sharper display (+330k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Samsung WB350F
SD9 | WB350F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sigma SD9
WB350F | SD9 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung WB350F features exterior dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the WB350F against the SD9.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WB350F and SD9 is 90 and 54 respectively.
Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The pic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB350F and SD9.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WB350F featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung WB350F will render more detail utilizing its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent WB350F will have an advantage in sensor tech.
Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB350F vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Samsung WB350F | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung WB350F | Sigma SD9 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2002-11-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 3 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2268 x 1512 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 76 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 1.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 130k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
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 port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) | 950 grams (2.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $260 | $3,001 |