Samsung WB35F vs Sony W730
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Samsung WB35F vs Sony W730 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
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Samsung WB35F vs Sony W730 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Samsung WB35F versus Sony W730, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB35F (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WB35F was released 13 months after the W730 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WB35F grades against the W730 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony W730 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB35F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB35F Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Sony W730
WB35F | W730 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Samsung WB35F
W730 | WB35F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB35F and Sony W730
WB35F | W730 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung WB35F vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB35F has 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) and the Sony W730 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Samsung WB35F versus Sony W730 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the WB35F compared to the W730.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WB35F and W730 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB35F and W730.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent WB35F will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Samsung WB35F vs Sony W730 Specifications
Samsung WB35F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB35F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 122 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 life | - | 240 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP70A | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $138 |