Samsung WB350F vs Sony WX30
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony WX30 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011
Samsung WB350F vs Sony WX30 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung WB350F versus Sony WX30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB350F (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WB350F was unveiled 2 years later than the WX30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WB350F scores versus the WX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung WB350F vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB350F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB350F Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Sony WX30
WB350F | WX30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | July 2011 | More recent by 30 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Samsung WB350F
WX30 | WB350F | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB350F and Sony WX30
WB350F | WX30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung WB350F vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB350F has got outside measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB350F versus Sony WX30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the WB350F compared to the WX30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WB350F and WX30 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung WB350F vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB350F and WX30.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The fresher WB350F provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung WB350F vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Samsung WB350F vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB350F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2011-07-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 276 gr (0.61 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 life | - | 250 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $260 | $259 |