Samsung WB35F vs Sony a3500
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Samsung WB35F vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Older Model is Sony A3000

Samsung WB35F vs Sony a3500 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung WB35F and Sony a3500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB35F (16MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is pretty similar but the WB35F (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

The WB35F was released 2 months before the a3500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the WB35F matches up vs the a3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony a3500 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB35F and Sony Alpha a3500. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB35F Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Sony a3500
WB35F | a3500 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Samsung WB35F
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Samsung WB35F and Sony a3500
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | March 2014 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Samsung WB35F vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB35F offers physical measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Look at the Samsung WB35F and Sony a3500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WB35F versus the a3500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB35F and a3500 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WB35F and a3500.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WB35F because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony a3500 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony a3500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB35F vs Sony a3500 Specifications
Samsung WB35F | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB35F | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2014-03-21 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5456 x 3632 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
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 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash options | - | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 194g (0.43 lbs) | 411g (0.91 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP70A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $130 | $398 |