Samsung WB1100F vs Sigma SD14

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Samsung WB1100F versus Sigma SD14, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the WB1100F (16MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the WB1100F (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The WB1100F was revealed 7 years after the SD14 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the WB1100F grades against the SD14 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB1100F and Sigma SD14. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB1100F Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB1100F has got physical measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has dimensions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB1100F versus Sigma SD14 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the WB1100F compared to the SD14.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB1100F and SD14 is 67 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB1100F and SD14.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WB1100F having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung WB1100F will resolve more detail because of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern WB1100F is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.