Samsung HZ10W vs Sony W710

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung HZ10W vs Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the HZ10W (10MP) and W710 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ10W was introduced 4 years earlier than the W710 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the HZ10W grades against the W710 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ10W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ10W Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung HZ10W comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the HZ10W and the W710.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ10W and W710 is 90 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ10W and W710.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W710 to give you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older HZ10W is going to be behind in sensor technology.