Samsung ST6500 vs Samsung WB1100F

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung ST6500 vs Samsung WB1100F, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST6500 (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST6500 was announced 4 years before the WB1100F and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ST6500 matches up against the WB1100F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST6500 and Samsung WB1100F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST6500 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST6500 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST6500 vs Samsung WB1100F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST6500 versus the WB1100F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST6500 and WB1100F is 99 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST6500 and WB1100F.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older ST6500 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.