Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220 Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the WB350F (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB350F was announced 5 years later than the W220 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the WB350F matches up versus the W220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB350F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB350F Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony W220
WB350F | W220 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 61 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung WB350F
W220 | WB350F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony W220
WB350F | W220 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB350F enjoys outer 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) whilst the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the WB350F compared to the W220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB350F and W220 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB350F and W220.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB350F to provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent WB350F provides an edge in sensor technology.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W220 Specifications
Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
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 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 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
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 support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 276g (0.61 pounds) | 147g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (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 feature | ||
Storage type | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $260 | $160 |