Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung WB700

In this article, we will be analyzing the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was brought out 21 months after the WB700 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the VH-515 grades against the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VH-515 & Samsung WB700. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VH-515 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VH-515 offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has proportions 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the VH-515 vs the WB700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VH-515 and WB700 is 95 and 98 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the VH-515 and WB700.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung WB700 to produce greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent VH-515 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.