Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310
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Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010

Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the WB35F (16MP) and W310 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WB35F was unveiled 4 years after the W310 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the WB35F matches up vs the W310 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB35F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB35F Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Sony W310
WB35F | W310 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 49 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Samsung WB35F
W310 | WB35F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB35F and Sony W310
WB35F | W310 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB35F features outer dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the WB35F against the W310.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WB35F and W310 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB35F and W310.
All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB35F to resolve greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger WB35F is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Samsung WB35F vs Sony W310 Specifications
Samsung WB35F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB35F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lb) | 137g (0.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | BP70A | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $130 | $150 |