Samsung NX11 vs Samsung WB150F

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX11 and Samsung WB150F, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Samsung. The resolution of the NX11 (15MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is pretty close but the NX11 (APS-C) and WB150F (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX11 was revealed 12 months before the WB150F and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the NX11 scores against the WB150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX11 and Samsung WB150F. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX11 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX11 enjoys external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the NX11 and the WB150F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and WB150F is 80 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX11 and WB150F.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX11 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX11 will result in greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged NX11 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.