Samsung WB350F vs Sony A290

Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung WB350F versus Sony A290, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB350F (16MP) and the A290 (14MP) is pretty close but the WB350F (1/2.3") and A290 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The WB350F was introduced 3 years later than the A290 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WB350F scores versus the A290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB350F and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB350F Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB350F features exterior measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Sony A290 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check the Samsung WB350F versus Sony A290 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the WB350F compared to the A290.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB350F and A290 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WB350F and A290.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WB350F having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung WB350F will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger WB350F provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.