Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB1100F
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Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB1100F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 275g - 111 x 65 x 42mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Launched January 2014
Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB1100F Overview
Here, we are comparing the Olympus XZ-1 versus Samsung WB1100F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the XZ-1 (10MP) and WB1100F (16MP) and the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and WB1100F (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe XZ-1 was released 3 years earlier than the WB1100F and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus XZ-1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the XZ-1 grades versus the WB1100F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB1100F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-1 and Samsung WB1100F. The complete galleries are available at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-1 over the Samsung WB1100F
XZ-1 | WB1100F | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | 460k | Clearer display (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Olympus XZ-1
WB1100F | XZ-1 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | January 2011 | More recent by 35 months |
Common features in the Olympus XZ-1 and Samsung WB1100F
XZ-1 | WB1100F | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-1 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Samsung WB1100F has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus XZ-1 versus Samsung WB1100F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the XZ-1 vs the WB1100F.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-1 and WB1100F is 88 and 67 respectively.
Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XZ-1 and WB1100F.
Plainly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The XZ-1 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung WB1100F will give more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older XZ-1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
Olympus XZ-1 | Samsung WB1100F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus XZ-1 | Samsung WB1100F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-26 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 44.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3664 x 2752 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 614k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.60 m (ISO 800) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 275 grams (0.61 pounds) | 512 grams (1.13 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 34 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 117 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Li-50B | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $567 | $250 |