Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB1100F

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB1100F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was unveiled 4 years before the WB1100F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the PL170 scores against the WB1100F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL170 and Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are provided at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Check out the Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB1100F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the PL170 compared to the WB1100F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and WB1100F is 99 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the PL170 and WB1100F.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images although you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged PL170 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.