Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A450

Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung WB1100F and Sony A450, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB1100F (16MP) and the A450 (14MP) is very close but the WB1100F (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The WB1100F was unveiled 4 years after the A450 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WB1100F matches up versus the A450 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB1100F & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB1100F Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB1100F comes with external measurements 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 A450 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the WB1100F and the A450.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB1100F and A450 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WB1100F and A450.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WB1100F having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung WB1100F will provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher WB1100F is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.