Samsung WB150F vs Sony a1

The following is a complete analysis of the Samsung WB150F and Sony a1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the WB150F (14MP) and a1 (50MP) and the WB150F (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The WB150F was brought out 10 years before the a1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WB150F grades against the a1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB150F & Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB150F Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB150F has outside dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the WB150F vs the a1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB150F and a1 is 93 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB150F and a1.

All in all, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WB150F due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony a1 will deliver greater detail having its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged WB150F is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.