Samsung WB1100F has a
16.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor . On the other hand, Pentax Q has a
12.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CMOS sensor .
Below you can see the WB1100F and Q sensor size comparison.
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Samsung WB1100F and Pentax Q Cameras
Samsung WB1100F and Pentax Q have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since Pentax Q has 32% larger pixel area (2.34µm 2 vs 1.76µm 2 ) compared to Samsung WB1100F, it has larger pixel area to collect light hence potential to have less noise in low light / High ISO images.
Sensor size sets the circle of confusion, so it drives how much depth of field each
of these bodies gives you at a given aperture. You can calculate it exactly for the
Samsung WB1100F
or the
Pentax Q ,
including hyperfocal distance.
