Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the A35 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the WB50F (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

The WB50F was revealed 2 years later than the A35 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the WB50F scores versus the A35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB50F & Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Sony A35
WB50F | A35 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | September 2011 | More recent by 28 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Samsung WB50F
A35 | WB50F | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB50F and Sony A35
WB50F | A35 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB50F offers external dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony A35 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the WB50F versus the A35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and A35 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WB50F and A35.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The WB50F provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field harder. The newer WB50F will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB50F vs Sony A35 Specifications
Samsung WB50F | Sony SLT-A35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB50F | Sony SLT-A35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2011-09-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 207 grams (0.46 lb) | 415 grams (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" 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 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP70A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $180 | $598 |