Fujifilm SL1000 vs Samsung WB700

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm SL1000 and Samsung WB700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was introduced 2 years later than the WB700 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores against the WB700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Samsung WB700. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL1000 features external measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") with a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Fujifilm SL1000 and Samsung WB700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 vs the WB700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL1000 and WB700 is 61 and 98 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL1000 and WB700.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm SL1000 to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm SL1000 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.