Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Previous Model is Sony HX30V

Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB350F (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WB350F was unveiled 9 months after the HX50V so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WB350F matches up vs the HX50V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB350F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB350F Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony HX50V
WB350F | HX50V | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | April 2013 | Newer by 9 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Samsung WB350F
HX50V | WB350F | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony HX50V
WB350F | HX50V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung WB350F features exterior dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the WB350F against the HX50V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB350F and HX50V is 90 and 89 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB350F and HX50V.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony HX50V to give greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent WB350F is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB350F vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 276 grams (0.61 lbs) | 272 grams (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 400 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $260 | $439 |