Samsung WB150F vs Sony A550

Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung WB150F vs Sony A550, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the A550 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the WB150F (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WB150F was brought out 2 years after the A550 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WB150F grades versus the A550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB150F and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung WB150F provides outside dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony A550 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB150F vs Sony A550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the WB150F vs the A550.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WB150F and A550 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WB150F and A550.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The WB150F provides the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher. The newer WB150F is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.