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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F

Portability
90
Imaging
35
Features
37
Overall
35
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front
 
Samsung WB1100F front
Portability
67
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Key Specs

Canon SX200 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
  • 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
  • Introduced May 2009
  • Updated by Canon SX210 IS
Samsung WB1100F
(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
  • Launched January 2014
Photography Glossary

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Overview

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and WB1100F (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was unveiled 5 years before the WB1100F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX200 IS scores vs the WB1100F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Samsung WB1100F

 SX200 IS WB1100F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Canon SX200 IS

 WB1100F SX200 IS 
LaunchedJanuary 2014May 2009Fresher by 56 months
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung WB1100F

 SX200 IS WB1100F 
Focus manually More exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurement
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS has external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung WB1100F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX200 IS against the WB1100F.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and WB1100F is 90 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F top view buttons comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and WB1100F.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB1100F to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older SX200 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F sensor size comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX200 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung WB1100F as a Portrait photography camera
29
manual focus
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
37
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Street photography details
Samsung WB1100F Street photography details
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (247g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (512g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Sports photography advice
Samsung WB1100F Sports photography advice
27
image stabilization (Optical)
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
45
excellent zoom range (25-875mm 35.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SX200 IS
Travel photography with Samsung WB1100F
63
lighter than others (247g)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
great zoom (336mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
54
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
very long reach (875mm)
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (512g)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SX200 IS
Landscape photography with Samsung WB1100F
43
manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
45
has manual focus
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
manual mode not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX200 IS as a Vlogging camera
Samsung WB1100F as a Vlogging camera
30
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (247g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic socket
23
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (512 grams)
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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX200 IS and Samsung WB1100F
 Canon PowerShot SX200 ISSamsung WB1100F
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Samsung
Model type Canon PowerShot SX200 IS Samsung WB1100F
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2009-05-14 2014-01-07
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-336mm (12.0x) 25-875mm (35.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.4-5.3 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focusing range 0cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.20 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 247g (0.54 lbs) 512g (1.13 lbs)
Physical dimensions 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NB-5L SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD, SDHC, SDXC
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $329 $250