Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Released January 2011

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB350F (16MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB350F was released 3 years after the W560 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the WB350F matches up against the W560 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB350F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB350F Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony W560
WB350F | W560 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 37 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Samsung WB350F
W560 | WB350F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony W560
WB350F | W560 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB350F has got physical 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 W560 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the WB350F and the W560.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WB350F and W560 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB350F and W560.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB350F to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern WB350F should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W560 Specifications
Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
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 | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $260 | $139 |