Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung WB1100F

Below is a complete comparison of the Canon SX270 HS versus Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and WB1100F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was released 9 months before the WB1100F and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the WB1100F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Samsung WB1100F. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX270 HS versus the WB1100F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and WB1100F is 91 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and WB1100F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung WB1100F to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older SX270 HS is going to be behind in sensor tech.