Samsung WB350F vs Sony A7R
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony A7R 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
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Released February 2014
- Updated by Sony A7R II
Samsung WB350F vs Sony A7R Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung WB350F versus Sony A7R, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the WB350F (16MP) and A7R (36MP) and the WB350F (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WB350F was launched very close to the A7R so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WB350F matches up versus the A7R with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung WB350F vs Sony A7R Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB350F and Sony Alpha A7R. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB350F Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony A7R
WB350F | A7R | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Samsung WB350F
A7R | WB350F | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 460k | Clearer screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony A7R
WB350F | A7R | |||
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Released | January 2014 | February 2014 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung WB350F vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB350F comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony A7R has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung WB350F versus Sony A7R in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the WB350F compared to the A7R.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB350F and A7R is 90 and 78 respectively.
Samsung WB350F vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WB350F and A7R.
As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WB350F because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 20MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony A7R Specifications
Samsung WB350F | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB350F | Sony Alpha A7R |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 36 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 7360 x 4912 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 lbs) | 465 grams (1.03 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 95 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $260 | $1,898 |