Samsung WB1100F vs Sony S930

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung WB1100F and Sony S930, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the WB1100F (16MP) and S930 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB1100F was released 5 years after the S930 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WB1100F matches up against the S930 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB1100F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB1100F Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB1100F features 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) whilst the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB1100F and Sony S930 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the WB1100F compared to the S930.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB1100F and S930 is 67 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WB1100F and S930.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung WB1100F to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern WB1100F is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.