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Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42
Samsung WB350F front
 
Sony Alpha A9 front
Portability
65
Imaging
73
Features
93
Overall
81

Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 Key Specs

Samsung WB350F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
  • Launched January 2014
Sony A9
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
  • Introduced April 2017
  • Renewed by Sony A9 II
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 Overview

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung WB350F versus Sony A9, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the WB350F (16MP) and A9 (24MP) and the WB350F (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The WB350F was announced 4 years prior to the A9 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WB350F grades versus the A9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony A9

 WB350F A9 

Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Samsung WB350F

 A9 WB350F 
IntroducedApril 2017January 2014Fresher by 39 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution1440k460kClearer display (+980k dot)

Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony A9

 WB350F A9 
Manual focus More exact focus
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurement
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung WB350F enjoys physical dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony A9 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB350F versus Sony A9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the WB350F compared to the A9.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WB350F and A9 is 90 and 65 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB350F and A9.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WB350F using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A9 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older WB350F will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB350F as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A9 as a Portrait photography camera
40
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
83
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detect focus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB350F Street photography highlights
Sony A9 Street photography highlights
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (276 grams)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
79
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
includes focus via touch
weather proofing
very good ISO range (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB350F Sports photography details
Sony A9 Sports photography details
50
great zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
86
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
high fps (20.0 fps)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather proofing
better than average battery power (650 CIPA)
has phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB350F as a Travel photography camera
Sony A9 as a Travel photography camera
69
lighter than competition in class (276g)
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (23mm)
great reach (483mm)
no Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
73
better than average battery power (650 per charge)
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
includes focus via touch
megapixel count decent (24MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB350F Landscape photography details
Sony A9 Landscape photography details
50
has manual focus
quite wide (23mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse function
85
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (51,200)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
better than average battery power (650 CIPA)
has double storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung WB350F
Vlogging with Sony A9
34
quite wide (23mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (276 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
no mic socket
36
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone port
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony A9 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB350F and Sony A9
 Samsung WB350FSony Alpha A9
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung WB350F Sony Alpha A9
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2014-01-07 2017-04-19
Body design Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - BIONZ X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 3200 51200
Max boosted ISO - 204800
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Lowest boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 693
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 23-483mm (21.0x) -
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.9 -
Total lenses - 121
Crop factor 5.8 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 1,440 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 3,686 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.78x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 16s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/8000s
Highest silent shutter speed - 1/32000s
Continuous shooting speed - 20.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash modes - Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 276 grams (0.61 pounds) 673 grams (1.48 pounds)
Physical dimensions 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 92
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.9
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.3
DXO Low light score not tested 3517
Other
Battery life - 650 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model SLB-10A NP-FZ100
Self timer - Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous)
Time lapse feature
Storage media MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible)
Storage slots Single Dual
Launch price $260 $4,498