Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB1100F

Lets look much closer at the Nikon P520 and Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P520 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the WB1100F and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the P520 scores against the WB1100F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P520 & Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P520 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P520 provides physical dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") along with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P520 and Samsung WB1100F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the P520 and the WB1100F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P520 and WB1100F is 66 and 67 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P520 and WB1100F.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon P520 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older P520 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.