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Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
45
Overall
42
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS front
 
Samsung WB700 front
Portability
98
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs

Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1280 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
  • 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
  • Released January 2014
  • Replacement is Canon SX610 HS
Samsung WB700
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
  • Released December 2010
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Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 Overview

Here is a extensive review of the Canon SX600 HS versus Samsung WB700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SX600 HS was brought out 3 years later than the WB700 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX600 HS grades against the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Samsung WB700

 SX600 HS WB700 
ReleasedJanuary 2014December 2010Fresher by 37 months
Manually focus Very accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Canon SX600 HS

 WB700 SX600 HS 
Screen resolution614k461kSharper screen (+153k dot)

Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Samsung WB700

 SX600 HS WB700 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS has outer dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX600 HS versus Samsung WB700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX600 HS vs the WB700.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and WB700 is 93 and 98 respectively.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX600 HS and WB700.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX600 HS to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer SX600 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 sensor size comparison

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX600 HS Portrait photography highlights
Samsung WB700 Portrait photography highlights
44
focusing manually
good resolution (16MP)
includes face detect focusing
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
30
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SX600 HS as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB700 as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (188 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
49
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX600 HS as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB700 as a Sports photography camera
41
amazing zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
max fps low (4.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX600 HS Travel photography highlights
Samsung WB700 Travel photography highlights
70
lighter than others in class (188 grams)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very long reach (450mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
70
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX600 HS as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB700 as a Landscape photography camera
48
focusing manually
decently wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
38
good maximum aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3")
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SX600 HS
Vlogging with Samsung WB700
35
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1280 resolution)
lighter than others in class (188g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
missing mic socket
27
good maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
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Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung WB700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX600 HS and Samsung WB700
 Canon PowerShot SX600 HSSamsung WB700
General Information
Brand Canon Samsung
Model type Canon PowerShot SX600 HS Samsung WB700
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2014-01-06 2010-12-28
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 4+ -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 -
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-450mm (18.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/3.8-6.9 -
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 461k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology PureColor II G (TFT) -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 4.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) -
Flash options Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1920x1280 1280x720
Video file format H.264 H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 188g (0.41 pounds) -
Physical dimensions 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 290 photographs -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-6LH -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) -
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $249 $300