• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 720.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 875.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon SX500 advantages over Samsung WB1100F

  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    341g vs 462g
    Lighter weight

Samsung WB1100F advantages over Canon SX500

  • Less expensive
    $250 vs $330 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    875 mm vs 720 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Higher extended ISO
    3200 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Olympus SP-610UZ

Canon SX500
Olympus SP-610UZ
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon SX500 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Samsung WB1100F
Olympus SP-610UZ
  • $527
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • HDMI out

Compare Samsung WB1100F vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Compared to Nikon P520

Canon SX500
Nikon P520
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Lighter weight
  • $427
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Canon SX500 vs Nikon P520

Samsung WB1100F
Nikon P520
  • $527
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $427
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Built-in GPS

Compare Samsung WB1100F vs Nikon P520

Compared to Canon SX510 HS

Canon SX500
Canon SX510 HS
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon SX500 vs Canon SX510 HS

Samsung WB1100F
Canon SX510 HS
  • $527
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • HDMI out

Compare Samsung WB1100F vs Canon SX510 HS

Compared to Nikon L840

Canon SX500
Nikon L840
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Lighter weight
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Canon SX500 vs Nikon L840

Samsung WB1100F
Nikon L840
  • $527
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • HDMI out

Compare Samsung WB1100F vs Nikon L840

Compared to Canon SX420 IS

Canon SX500
Canon SX420 IS
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • HDMI out
  • $279
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • More pixels

Compare Canon SX500 vs Canon SX420 IS

Samsung WB1100F
Canon SX420 IS
  • $527
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $279
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Lighter weight

Compare Samsung WB1100F vs Canon SX420 IS

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