Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB1100F

Let's look more closely at the Pentax VS20 and Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was revealed 23 months before the WB1100F making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the VS20 matches up versus the WB1100F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio VS20 & Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are available at Pentax VS20 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax VS20 offers exterior dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the VS20 against the WB1100F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VS20 and WB1100F is 90 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VS20 and WB1100F.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged VS20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.