Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX100V

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung WB35F versus Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB35F (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB35F was introduced 2 years later than the HX100V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the WB35F matches up vs the HX100V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB35F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB35F Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB35F has outer 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) while the Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Check the Samsung WB35F versus Sony HX100V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the WB35F and the HX100V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WB35F and HX100V is 93 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB35F and HX100V.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent WB35F will have an edge in sensor technology.