Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung WB700

Below is a thorough overview of the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung WB700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was unveiled 2 months later than the WB700 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX220 HS grades vs the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS and Samsung WB700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS has outer dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and 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).

Contrast the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung WB700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS versus the WB700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and WB700 is 96 and 98 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and WB700.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung WB700 to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively.