Samsung WB210 vs Sony S2100

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung WB210 and Sony S2100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB210 (14MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB210 was announced 19 months later than the S2100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WB210 matches up against the S2100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB210 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB210 enjoys outside dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB210 and Sony S2100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the WB210 and the S2100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB210 and S2100 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB210 and S2100.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB210 to resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger WB210 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.