Samsung NX30 vs Samsung WB1100F

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung NX30 versus Samsung WB1100F, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the NX30 (20MP) and WB1100F (16MP) and the NX30 (APS-C) and WB1100F (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX30 was unveiled within a month of the WB1100F and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the NX30 matches up vs the WB1100F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX30 and Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX30 provides exterior measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") along with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX30 versus Samsung WB1100F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the NX30 against the WB1100F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX30 and WB1100F is 75 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX30 and WB1100F.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX30 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX30 will give more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively.