Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V
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Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Revealed October 2011
- Later Model is Sony HX200V

Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V Overview
Here, we are looking at the Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB1100F (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WB1100F was unveiled 2 years later than the HX100V and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the WB1100F grades vs the HX100V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB1100F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB1100F Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Sony HX100V
WB1100F | HX100V | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | October 2011 | Fresher by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Samsung WB1100F
HX100V | WB1100F | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB1100F and Sony HX100V
WB1100F | HX100V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung WB1100F comes with 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) and the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Check the Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the WB1100F vs the HX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WB1100F and HX100V is 67 and 66 respectively.

Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB1100F and HX100V.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you should always factor the age of the cameras into account. The younger WB1100F should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Samsung WB1100F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB1100F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2011-10-21 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-875mm (35.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 512 gr (1.13 lbs) | 577 gr (1.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $429 |