Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A99

Below is a extended overview of the Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A99, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the WB1100F (16MP) and A99 (24MP) and the WB1100F (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The WB1100F was released 14 months later than the A99 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the WB1100F scores versus the A99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB1100F & Sony SLT-A99. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB1100F Gallery & Sony A99 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung WB1100F features outside measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs) while the Sony A99 has sizing of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB1100F vs Sony A99 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the WB1100F and the A99.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WB1100F and A99 is 67 and 57 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB1100F and A99.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WB1100F due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A99 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer WB1100F will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.