Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A6000

Here is a in depth assessment of the Samsung WB1100F and Sony A6000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the WB1100F (16MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the WB1100F (1/2.3") and A6000 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The WB1100F was revealed 3 months earlier than the A6000 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WB1100F grades versus the A6000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB1100F & Sony Alpha a6000. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB1100F Gallery & Sony A6000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB1100F features outside measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs) whilst the Sony A6000 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WB1100F compared to the A6000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB1100F and A6000 is 67 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WB1100F and A6000.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WB1100F with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A6000 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.