Canon N100 vs Samsung WB150F

On this page, we are matching up the Canon N100 vs Samsung WB150F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is fairly well matched but the N100 (1/1.7") and WB150F (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The N100 was brought out 2 years later than the WB150F and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the N100 grades against the WB150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N100 and Samsung WB150F. The entire galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon N100 has got exterior measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Canon N100 vs Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the N100 vs the WB150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N100 and WB150F is 89 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the N100 and WB150F.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The N100 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung WB150F will resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger N100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.