Leica X (Typ 113) vs Samsung WB1100F

The following is a thorough review of the Leica X (Typ 113) vs Samsung WB1100F, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X (Typ 113) (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is very close but the X (Typ 113) (APS-C) and WB1100F (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The X (Typ 113) was revealed 9 months after the WB1100F so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Leica X (Typ 113) being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X (Typ 113) matches up versus the WB1100F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X & Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are viewable at Leica X (Typ 113) Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica X (Typ 113) offers external measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has dimensions 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the X (Typ 113) and the WB1100F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X (Typ 113) and WB1100F is 71 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the X (Typ 113) and WB1100F.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The X (Typ 113) provides the larger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF easier. The fresher X (Typ 113) is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.