Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung WB700

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung WB700, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was launched 18 months after the WB700 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX260 HS scores versus the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX260 HS vs the WB700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and WB700 is 91 and 98 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and WB700.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB700 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher SX260 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.