Samsung WB350F vs Sony S980
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40 Features
46 Overall
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony S980 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
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed February 2009

Samsung WB350F vs Sony S980 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung WB350F versus Sony S980, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the WB350F (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WB350F was brought out 4 years after the S980 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WB350F scores vs the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony S980 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB350F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB350F Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony S980
WB350F | S980 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 60 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Samsung WB350F
S980 | WB350F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony S980
WB350F | S980 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung WB350F vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB350F features outer dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Samsung WB350F versus Sony S980 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the WB350F compared to the S980.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB350F and S980 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB350F and S980.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB350F to resolve extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WB350F should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

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Samsung WB350F vs Sony S980 Specifications
Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 276 grams (0.61 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical 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 Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 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 | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $260 | $300 |