Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung WB700

Let's look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm X20 versus Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and WB700 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X20 was launched 2 years later than the WB700 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X20 grades vs the WB700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X20 & Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X20 has got exterior dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X20 versus Samsung WB700 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X20 against the WB700.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X20 and WB700 is 83 and 98 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X20 and WB700.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung WB700 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X20 should have an advantage in sensor technology.