Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB1100F

The following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was unveiled 7 months after the WB1100F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX400 IS grades against the WB1100F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX400 IS has got external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") along with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX400 IS and the WB1100F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and WB1100F is 81 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and WB1100F.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SX400 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.