Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX80

Lets examine more closely at the Samsung WB1100F vs Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB1100F (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB1100F was introduced 3 years before the HX80 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WB1100F scores versus the HX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB1100F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB1100F Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB1100F enjoys exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") and a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the WB1100F compared to the HX80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB1100F and HX80 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB1100F and HX80.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX80 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged WB1100F is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.