Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700
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![Olympus SP-610UZ front Olympus SP-610UZ front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SP-610UZ/Olympus-SP-610UZ-front.jpg)
![Samsung WB700 front Samsung WB700 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-WB700/Samsung-WB700-front.jpg)
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37 Features
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Announced January 2011
- Replaced the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-620 UZ
(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
- Announced December 2010
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Samsung WB700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SP-610UZ was released at a similar time to the WB700 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-610UZ grades against the WB700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Samsung WB700
SP-610UZ | WB700 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
WB700 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Samsung WB700
SP-610UZ | WB700 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | December 2010 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ enjoys physical measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Samsung WB700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-610UZ compared to the WB700.
![Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 size comparison Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-610UZ-vs-Samsung-WB700-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and WB700 is 79 and 98 respectively.
![Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 top view buttons comparison Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-610UZ-vs-Samsung-WB700-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and WB700.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account.
![Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 sensor size comparison Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-SP-610UZ-vs-Samsung-WB700-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SP-610UZ-vs-Samsung-WB700-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Samsung WB700 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-06 | 2010-12-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 340 images | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $299 | $300 |