Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A100

Let's look a bit more closely at the Samsung WB1100F versus Sony A100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the WB1100F (16MP) and A100 (10MP) and the WB1100F (1/2.3") and A100 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The WB1100F was brought out 7 years later than the A100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WB1100F grades versus the A100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB1100F and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB1100F Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB1100F provides exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") and a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs) whilst the Sony A100 has measurements of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB1100F versus Sony A100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the WB1100F versus the A100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB1100F and A100 is 67 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB1100F and A100.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WB1100F due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung WB1100F will give you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer WB1100F provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.