Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung WB700

The following is a detailed overview of the Olympus SZ-10 and Samsung WB700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was released 2 months after the WB700 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-10 grades versus the WB700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-10 offers exterior dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has measurements 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 Olympus SZ-10 and Samsung WB700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SZ-10 compared to the WB700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and WB700 is 90 and 98 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and WB700.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account.