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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42
Samsung WB350F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 Key Specs

Samsung WB350F
(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
Sony W380
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung WB350F versus Sony W380, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB350F (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WB350F was unveiled 4 years later than the W380 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the WB350F scores against the W380 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony W380

 WB350F W380 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014January 2010Fresher by 49 months
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Samsung WB350F

 W380 WB350F 

Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony W380

 WB350F W380 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB350F enjoys physical dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung WB350F versus Sony W380 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WB350F against the W380.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WB350F and W380 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB350F and W380.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung WB350F to result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent WB350F is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB350F Portrait photography details
Sony W380 Portrait photography details
40
has manual focus
MP count decent (16MP)
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB350F Street photography info
Sony W380 Street photography info
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (276 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB350F Sports photography factors
Sony W380 Sports photography factors
50
long zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung WB350F
Travel photography with Sony W380
69
lighter than competition (276 grams)
MP count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (23mm)
great zoom (483mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
65
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung WB350F
Landscape photography with Sony W380
50
has manual focus
rather wide (23mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
38
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB350F Vlogging info
Sony W380 Vlogging info
34
rather wide (23mm)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (276 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have mic support
29
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic support
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB350F and Sony W380
 Samsung WB350FSony Cyber-shot DSC-W380
General Information
Company Samsung Sony
Model Samsung WB350F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Released 2014-01-07 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
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 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-483mm (21.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/2.4-5.9
Macro focus range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 16 seconds 2 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 4.80 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
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)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 276g (0.61 lb) 117g (0.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8")
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 NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at launch $260 $44