Samsung WB800F vs Sony A350
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony A350 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
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- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Announced June 2008
- Successor is Sony A380
Samsung WB800F vs Sony A350 Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung WB800F versus Sony A350, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the A350 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the WB800F (1/2.3") and A350 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WB800F was released 4 years later than the A350 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WB800F grades vs the A350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung WB800F vs Sony A350 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB800F & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Sony A350
WB800F | A350 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | June 2008 | Fresher by 56 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Samsung WB800F
A350 | WB800F | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung WB800F and Sony A350
WB800F | A350 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung WB800F vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung WB800F has got physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony A350 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).
Check out the Samsung WB800F versus Sony A350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WB800F compared to the A350.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB800F and A350 is 92 and 62 respectively.
Samsung WB800F vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WB800F and A350.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WB800F featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung WB800F will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The younger WB800F provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony A350 Specifications
Samsung WB800F | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB800F | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2008-06-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) | 674 gr (1.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 595 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $300 | $600 |