Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung WB700

On this page, we are matching up the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Samsung WB700, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and WB700 (14MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and WB700 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Galaxy NX was introduced 2 years after the WB700 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Galaxy NX grades versus the WB700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy NX & Samsung WB700. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy NX features external measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has measurements 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the WB700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and WB700 is 82 and 98 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy NX and WB700.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy NX using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy NX will deliver more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy NX is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.