Samsung WB2200F vs Sony a5000
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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony a5000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 708g - 119 x 122 x 99mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Announced January 2014
- Superseded the Sony NEX-3N
- Updated by Sony a5100
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Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony a5000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB2200F (16MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is very close but the WB2200F (1/2.3") and a5000 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WB2200F was revealed very close to the a5000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WB2200F matches up versus the a5000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Samsung WB2200F vs Sony a5000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB2200F & Sony Alpha a5000. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB2200F Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB2200F over the Sony a5000
| WB2200F | a5000 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony a5000 over the Samsung WB2200F
| a5000 | WB2200F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB2200F and Sony a5000
| WB2200F | a5000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2014 |  | January 2014 | Same age |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Samsung WB2200F vs Sony a5000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung WB2200F features exterior dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) and the Sony a5000 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony a5000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the WB2200F against the a5000.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WB2200F and a5000 is 59 and 89 respectively.
Samsung WB2200F vs Sony a5000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB2200F and a5000.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WB2200F having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony a5000 will result in greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively.
Samsung WB2200F vs Sony a5000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony a5000 Specifications
| Samsung WB2200F | Sony Alpha a5000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung WB2200F | Sony Alpha a5000 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2014-01-07 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 357.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5456 x 3632 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.6 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m (ISO Auto) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash Off, Red-eye fix | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920x1080(30fps), 1280x720(30fps), 640x480(30fps), QVGA(30fps, 30s, Streaming) * High Speed : 360fps(176x128), 240fps(384x288) | 1920 x 1080 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 708 gr (1.56 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 119 x 122 x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 79 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1089 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 420 shots |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BP-1410 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
| Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SCXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $599 | $448 |
