Samsung WB35F vs Sigma SD15

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Samsung WB35F and Sigma SD15, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the WB35F (16MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the WB35F (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The WB35F was introduced 3 years later than the SD15 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WB35F matches up against the SD15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB35F and Sigma SD15. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB35F Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB35F offers external dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has dimensions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB35F and Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the WB35F compared to the SD15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WB35F and SD15 is 93 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB35F and SD15.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WB35F with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Samsung WB35F will offer you greater detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher WB35F should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.