Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung WB700

Let's take a closer look at the Canon A4000 IS versus Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A4000 IS was unveiled 14 months after the WB700 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the A4000 IS scores vs the WB700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS & Samsung WB700. The full galleries are provided at Canon A4000 IS Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A4000 IS provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the A4000 IS compared to the WB700.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A4000 IS and WB700 is 95 and 98 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A4000 IS and WB700.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon A4000 IS to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent A4000 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.