Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX1

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the WB1100F (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the WB1100F (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The WB1100F was manufactured 4 years after the HX1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the WB1100F scores versus the HX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB1100F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB1100F Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung WB1100F has got external 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 HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WB1100F and the HX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB1100F and HX1 is 67 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB1100F and HX1.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WB1100F featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung WB1100F will offer more detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WB1100F should have an advantage in sensor tech.