Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung WB700

Here is a comprehensive review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Samsung WB700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera was launched 2 years later than the WB700 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the Galaxy Camera grades versus the WB700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera offers external dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 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 are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera and the WB700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera and WB700 is 90 and 98 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera and WB700.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera provides an edge in sensor innovation.