Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 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)
- 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

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").

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.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB350F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB350F Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony W380
WB350F | W380 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 49 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Samsung WB350F
W380 | WB350F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony W380
WB350F | W380 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W380 Specifications
Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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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 |