Samsung WB35F vs Sony A33

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung WB35F vs Sony A33, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB35F (16MP) and the A33 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the WB35F (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The WB35F was introduced 3 years later than the A33 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the WB35F grades vs the A33 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB35F and Sony SLT-A33. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB35F Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB35F has got external dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A33 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB35F vs Sony A33 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the WB35F compared to the A33.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB35F and A33 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB35F and A33.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WB35F having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung WB35F will give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent WB35F provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.