Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A580

Here, we are contrasting the Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A580, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB1100F (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is very similar but the WB1100F (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The WB1100F was brought out 2 years later than the A580 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the WB1100F matches up versus the A580 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB1100F and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB1100F Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung WB1100F comes with physical dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs) and the Sony A580 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A580 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the WB1100F compared to the A580.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WB1100F and A580 is 67 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WB1100F and A580.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor measurements. The WB1100F has the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field harder. The newer WB1100F is going to have an edge in sensor tech.