Samsung WB210 vs Sony a5100

Let's examine more closely at the Samsung WB210 and Sony a5100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the WB210 (14MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the WB210 (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The WB210 was launched 4 years earlier than the a5100 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WB210 scores against the a5100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB210 & Sony Alpha a5100. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB210 Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung WB210 features exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB210 and Sony a5100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the WB210 and the a5100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WB210 and a5100 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WB210 and a5100.

All in all, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WB210 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a5100 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged WB210 is going to be behind in sensor technology.