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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42
Samsung WB350F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 front
Portability
96
Imaging
45
Features
29
Overall
38

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 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
  • Revealed January 2014
Sony W800
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.4) lens
  • 125g - 97 x 55 x 21mm
  • Introduced February 2014
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Samsung WB350F versus Sony W800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB350F (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The WB350F was unveiled at a similar time to the W800 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WB350F grades versus the W800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony W800

 WB350F W800 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W800 over the Samsung WB350F

 W800 WB350F 

Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony W800

 WB350F W800 
IntroducedJanuary 2014February 2014Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung WB350F has external dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sony W800 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB350F versus Sony W800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the WB350F versus the W800.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB350F and W800 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB350F and W800.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W800 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively.

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB350F Portrait photography factors
Sony W800 Portrait photography factors
40
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
38
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
features face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB350F Street photography features
Sony W800 Street photography features
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (276g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung WB350F
Sports photography with Sony W800
50
great zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
features tracking focus
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung WB350F
Travel photography with Sony W800
69
lighter than competitors in class (276 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (23mm)
great reach (483mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
70
lighter than others in class (125g)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
does not offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB350F Landscape photography features
Sony W800 Landscape photography features
50
has manual focus
rather wide (23mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
41
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB350F Vlogging factors
Sony W800 Vlogging factors
34
rather wide (23mm)
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (276 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone port
33
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone support
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony W800 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB350F and Sony W800
 Samsung WB350FSony Cyber-shot DSC-W800
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung WB350F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2014-01-07 2014-02-13
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 5152 x 3864
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-483mm (21.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.2-6.4
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 16 secs 2 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.50 m
Flash settings - Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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 format - AVI MPEG4
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 276 grams (0.61 lb) 125 grams (0.28 lb)
Physical dimensions 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") 97 x 55 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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-BN
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
Launch cost $260 $90