Samsung WB150F vs Sony a5100
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched August 2014
- Earlier Model is Sony a5000
Samsung WB150F vs Sony a5100 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Samsung WB150F and Sony a5100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the WB150F (14MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the WB150F (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WB150F was unveiled 3 years earlier than the a5100 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WB150F grades against the a5100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony a5100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB150F and Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Sony a5100
WB150F | a5100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Samsung WB150F
a5100 | WB150F | |||
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Launched | August 2014 | January 2012 | More recent by 31 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Sony a5100
WB150F | a5100 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung WB150F vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung WB150F offers exterior measurements 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 a5100 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
See the Samsung WB150F and Sony a5100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the WB150F against the a5100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB150F and a5100 is 93 and 89 respectively.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB150F and a5100.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WB150F with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony a5100 will give you more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older WB150F is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony a5100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Samsung WB150F | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB150F | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2014-08-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 179 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 lb) | 283g (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $230 | $448 |