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Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37
Samsung WB35F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V front
Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
46
Overall
43

Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V Key Specs

Samsung WB35F
(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
  • Released January 2014
Sony HX10V
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
  • Announced February 2012
  • Renewed by Sony HX20V
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Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V Overview

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung WB35F versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB35F (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB35F was announced 23 months after the HX10V which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the WB35F matches up vs the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Sony HX10V

 WB35F HX10V 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014February 2012More modern by 23 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focus

Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Samsung WB35F

 HX10V WB35F 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution922k230kClearer screen (+692k dot)

Common features in the Samsung WB35F and Sony HX10V

 WB35F HX10V 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither comes with Touch friendly screen

Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung WB35F comes with exterior dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB35F versus Sony HX10V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the WB35F vs the HX10V.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WB35F and HX10V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB35F and HX10V.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX10V to resolve greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer WB35F provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V sensor size comparison

Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB35F Portrait photography features
Sony HX10V Portrait photography features
37
manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
38
megapixel count good (18MP)
offers face detect autofocus
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB35F as a Street photography camera
Sony HX10V as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (194g)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (234g)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB35F Sports photography details
Sony HX10V Sports photography details
40
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
49
amazing zoom range (24-400mm 16.7 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB35F as a Travel photography camera
Sony HX10V as a Travel photography camera
70
lighter than competition in class (194 grams)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great reach (288mm)
missing Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
69
lighter than average (234g)
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
long zoom (400mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB35F Landscape photography advice
Sony HX10V Landscape photography advice
43
manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
45
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (18MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB35F Vlogging info
Sony HX10V Vlogging info
31
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (194 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone port
34
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (234 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic port
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Samsung WB35F vs Sony HX10V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB35F and Sony HX10V
 Samsung WB35FSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung WB35F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2014-01-07 2012-02-28
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 18MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 3200 12800
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-288mm (12.0x) 24-400mm (16.7x)
Max aperture f/3.1-6.3 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 5.30 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 194 gr (0.43 pounds) 234 gr (0.52 pounds)
Dimensions 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 320 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model BP70A NP-BG1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $130 $616