Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A330

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung WB1100F versus Sony A330, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the WB1100F (16MP) and A330 (10MP) and the WB1100F (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The WB1100F was introduced 4 years later than the A330 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WB1100F matches up against the A330 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB1100F & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB1100F Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB1100F has outside dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") and a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs) while the Sony A330 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the WB1100F against the A330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WB1100F and A330 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB1100F and A330.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WB1100F having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung WB1100F will offer extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer WB1100F is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.