Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung WB30F

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon A1100 IS versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the A1100 IS (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1100 IS was introduced 4 years before the WB30F which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A1100 IS scores against the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1100 IS has external measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A1100 IS versus Samsung WB30F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A1100 IS versus the WB30F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A1100 IS and WB30F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A1100 IS and WB30F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB30F to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A1100 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.