Samsung WB750 vs Sony S2100
93 Imaging
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50 Overall
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93 Imaging
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Samsung WB750 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed September 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
Samsung WB750 vs Sony S2100 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Samsung WB750 and Sony S2100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB750 (13MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe WB750 was revealed 21 months after the S2100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WB750 grades versus the S2100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung WB750 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB750 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB750 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB750 over the Sony S2100
WB750 | S2100 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 21 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Samsung WB750
S2100 | WB750 |
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Common features in the Samsung WB750 and Sony S2100
WB750 | S2100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Samsung WB750 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung WB750 comes with exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB750 and Sony S2100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the WB750 compared to the S2100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WB750 and S2100 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Samsung WB750 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WB750 and S2100.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB750 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger WB750 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung WB750 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Samsung WB750 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB750 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-09-01 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4096 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | On, Off, Fill, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320x 240 fps (30/15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-10A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $339 | $0 |