Samsung WB35F vs Sony a1

Following is a extensive review of the Samsung WB35F and Sony a1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the WB35F (16MP) and a1 (50MP) and the WB35F (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The WB35F was brought out 8 years before the a1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WB35F grades against the a1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB35F & Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB35F Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB35F provides outside 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) whilst the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WB35F against the a1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB35F and a1 is 93 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WB35F and a1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WB35F because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony a1 will offer greater detail having its extra 34 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged WB35F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.