Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB700
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Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 275g - 111 x 65 x 42mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed December 2010
Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB700 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Olympus XZ-1 and Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the XZ-1 (10MP) and WB700 (14MP) and the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and WB700 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe XZ-1 was launched around the same time to the WB700 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the XZ-1 matches up vs the WB700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus XZ-1 and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-1 over the Samsung WB700
XZ-1 | WB700 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Olympus XZ-1
WB700 | XZ-1 |
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Common features in the Olympus XZ-1 and Samsung WB700
XZ-1 | WB700 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | December 2010 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 614k | 614k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-1 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has dimensions 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 Olympus XZ-1 and Samsung WB700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the XZ-1 versus the WB700.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-1 and WB700 is 88 and 98 respectively.
Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The visual here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the XZ-1 and WB700.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The XZ-1 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung WB700 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively.
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Olympus XZ-1 vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Olympus XZ-1 | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus XZ-1 | Samsung WB700 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-26 | 2010-12-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 3664 x 2752 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 614 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.60 m (ISO 800) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 275 grams (0.61 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 34 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 117 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $567 | $300 |