Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung WB1100F

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and WB1100F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was revealed 6 years earlier than the WB1100F which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SP-565UZ scores against the WB1100F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ provides physical dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 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).

Check out the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Samsung WB1100F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SP-565UZ against the WB1100F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and WB1100F is 72 and 67 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and WB1100F.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB1100F to deliver extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.