Samsung WB35F vs Sony NEX-C3
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Samsung WB35F vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Released August 2011
- Replaced the Sony NEX-3
- Replacement is Sony NEX-F3

Samsung WB35F vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Samsung WB35F versus Sony NEX-C3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB35F (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is relatively similar but the WB35F (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

The WB35F was launched 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WB35F grades vs the NEX-C3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony NEX-C3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB35F & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB35F Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Sony NEX-C3
WB35F | NEX-C3 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 29 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Samsung WB35F
NEX-C3 | WB35F | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB35F and Sony NEX-C3
WB35F | NEX-C3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung WB35F vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB35F has got exterior measurements 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 Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB35F versus Sony NEX-C3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the WB35F vs the NEX-C3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB35F and NEX-C3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WB35F and NEX-C3.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The WB35F has the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The fresher WB35F is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB35F vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
Samsung WB35F | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB35F | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-01-07 | 2011-08-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 225 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1083 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP70A | NPFW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $130 | $343 |