Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F
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![Canon PowerShot SX160 IS front Canon PowerShot SX160 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS/Canon-SX160-IS-front.jpg)
![Samsung WB1100F front Samsung WB1100F front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-WB1100F/Samsung-WB1100F-front.jpg)
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Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Launched June 2013
- Replaced the Canon SX150 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Introduced January 2014
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Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Overview
Below is a extensive overview of the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SX160 IS was revealed 6 months before the WB1100F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX160 IS matches up against the WB1100F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Samsung WB1100F
SX160 IS | WB1100F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Canon SX160 IS
WB1100F | SX160 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung WB1100F
SX160 IS | WB1100F | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2014 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS features outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung WB1100F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX160 IS against the WB1100F.
![Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F size comparison Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS-vs-Samsung-WB1100F-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and WB1100F is 86 and 67 respectively.
![Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F top view buttons comparison Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS-vs-Samsung-WB1100F-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and WB1100F.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.
![Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F sensor size comparison Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS-vs-Samsung-WB1100F-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS-vs-Samsung-WB1100F-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Samsung WB1100F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Samsung WB1100F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 291 gr (0.64 lb) | 512 gr (1.13 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $199 | $250 |