Samsung WB2200F vs Sony RX10 IV

In this article, we are matching up the Samsung WB2200F and Sony RX10 IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB2200F (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is fairly close but the WB2200F (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") possess different sensor sizes.

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The WB2200F was manufactured 4 years earlier than the RX10 IV and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the WB2200F matches up vs the RX10 IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB2200F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB2200F Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung WB2200F enjoys external dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") having a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) and the Sony RX10 IV has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") along with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB2200F and Sony RX10 IV in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the WB2200F compared to the RX10 IV.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB2200F and RX10 IV is 59 and 52 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WB2200F and RX10 IV.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WB2200F featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX10 IV will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older WB2200F will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.