Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX20V

The following is a detailed assessment of the Samsung WB1100F and Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB1100F (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WB1100F was announced 18 months after the HX20V making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WB1100F scores against the HX20V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB1100F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB1100F Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung WB1100F features outside measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") along with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Samsung WB1100F and Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the WB1100F versus the HX20V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WB1100F and HX20V is 67 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WB1100F and HX20V.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer WB1100F provides an edge in sensor technology.