Samsung ST65 vs Samsung WB1100F

On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung ST65 vs Samsung WB1100F, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Samsung. The resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was introduced 4 years prior to the WB1100F and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ST65 matches up against the WB1100F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST65 & Samsung WB1100F. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST65 provides outer dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") and a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST65 vs Samsung WB1100F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ST65 vs the WB1100F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and WB1100F is 99 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST65 and WB1100F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung WB1100F to offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older ST65 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.