Samsung WB750 vs Sony A33

Below, we are comparing the Samsung WB750 and Sony A33, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB750 (13MP) and the A33 (14MP) is fairly close but the WB750 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The WB750 was launched 13 months after the A33 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WB750 scores against the A33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB750 and Sony SLT-A33. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB750 Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB750 enjoys outer 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 A33 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB750 and Sony A33 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the WB750 compared to the A33.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WB750 and A33 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB750 and A33.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WB750 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A33 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger WB750 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.