Samsung WB350F vs Sony S950
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony S950 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
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2009

Samsung WB350F vs Sony S950 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Samsung WB350F and Sony S950, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the WB350F (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WB350F was manufactured 4 years later than the S950 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WB350F grades versus the S950 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony S950 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB350F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB350F Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony S950
WB350F | S950 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 60 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Samsung WB350F
S950 | WB350F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony S950
WB350F | S950 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung WB350F vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about 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) and the Sony S950 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB350F and Sony S950 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the WB350F and the S950.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WB350F and S950 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB350F and S950.
All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to result in greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer WB350F provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB350F vs Sony S950 Specifications
Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 276 gr (0.61 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $260 | $130 |