Samsung WB35F vs Sony A35
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Samsung WB35F vs Sony A35 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)

Samsung WB35F vs Sony A35 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Samsung WB35F and Sony A35, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB35F (16MP) and the A35 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the WB35F (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

The WB35F was unveiled 2 years later than the A35 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WB35F grades versus the A35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony A35 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB35F & Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB35F Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Sony A35
WB35F | A35 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | September 2011 | More recent by 28 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Samsung WB35F
A35 | WB35F | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB35F and Sony A35
WB35F | A35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Samsung WB35F vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB35F has outer measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony A35 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
Check out the Samsung WB35F and Sony A35 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the WB35F compared to the A35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB35F and A35 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WB35F and A35.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The WB35F includes the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF harder. The more recent WB35F will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony A35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB35F vs Sony A35 Specifications
Samsung WB35F | Sony SLT-A35 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB35F | Sony SLT-A35 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2011-09-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic 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 pounds) | 415g (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 763 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 440 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP70A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $130 | $598 |