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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350

Portability
98
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30
Samsung WB700 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 Key Specs

Samsung WB700
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
  • Introduced December 2010
Sony W350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
  • Released January 2010
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 Overview

Let's look a little more closely at the Samsung WB700 and Sony W350, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB700 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB700 was announced 12 months later than the W350 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the WB700 grades vs the W350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony W350

 WB700 W350 
ReleasedDecember 2010January 2010More recent by 12 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution614k230kCrisper display (+384k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung WB700

 W350 WB700 

Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony W350

 WB700 W350 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB700 features physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony W350 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the WB700 compared to the W350.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB700 and W350 is 98 and 97 respectively.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB700 and W350.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent WB700 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB700 Portrait photography features
Sony W350 Portrait photography features
30
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung WB700
Street photography with Sony W350
49
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung WB700
Sports photography with Sony W350
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB700 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W350 as a Travel photography camera
70
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
66
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB700 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W350 as a Landscape photography camera
38
good maximum aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
37
relatively wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB700 Vlogging information
Sony W350 Vlogging information
27
good maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic jack
29
relatively wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic support
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB700 and Sony W350
 Samsung WB700Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung WB700 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-12-28 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.7"
Resolution of display 614 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.80 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 117g (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $300 $200