Olympus 7030 vs Samsung WB700

Let's examine more closely at the Olympus 7030 versus Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was brought out 11 months earlier than the WB700 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the 7030 matches up against the WB700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Samsung WB700. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7030 comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 7030 versus Samsung WB700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the 7030 vs the WB700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and WB700 is 95 and 98 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and WB700.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older 7030 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.