Fujifilm A100 vs Samsung WB700

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm A100 vs Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and WB700 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A100 was revealed 23 months prior to the WB700 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm A100 scores versus the WB700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix A100 and Samsung WB700. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm A100 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm A100 provides outer measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm A100 vs Samsung WB700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm A100 versus the WB700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A100 and WB700 is 95 and 98 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm A100 and WB700.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB700 to resolve more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.