Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung ST700

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung ST700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera was unveiled 2 years later than the ST700 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the Galaxy Camera scores versus the ST700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung ST700. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera enjoys exterior dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST700 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check out the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung ST700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera vs the ST700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera and ST700 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera and ST700.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Galaxy Camera will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.