Samsung WB35F vs Sony W530

In this article, we will be comparing the Samsung WB35F vs Sony W530, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB35F (16MP) and the W530 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB35F was brought out 3 years after the W530 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WB35F matches up vs the W530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB35F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB35F Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB35F enjoys outer measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W530 has dimensions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WB35F compared to the W530.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB35F and W530 is 93 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB35F and W530.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB35F to result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer WB35F will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.