Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung WB2200F

The following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX130 IS versus Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and WB2200F (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was released 4 years prior to the WB2200F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX130 IS scores vs the WB2200F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Samsung WB2200F. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX130 IS has outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Samsung WB2200F has specifications of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX130 IS versus Samsung WB2200F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS vs the WB2200F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and WB2200F is 85 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and WB2200F.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB2200F to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.