Samsung WB750 vs Sony A300

Here, we are matching up the Samsung WB750 and Sony A300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the WB750 (13MP) and A300 (10MP) and the WB750 (1/2.3") and A300 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The WB750 was introduced 3 years after the A300 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the WB750 scores against the A300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB750 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB750 Gallery and Sony A300 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung WB750 features outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony A300 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB750 and Sony A300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the WB750 compared to the A300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB750 and A300 is 93 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB750 and A300.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WB750 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung WB750 will offer extra detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WB750 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.