Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung WB700

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung WB700, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and WB700 (14MP) and the NX3000 (APS-C) and WB700 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The NX3000 was revealed 3 years later than the WB700 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the NX3000 grades against the WB700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX3000 and Samsung WB700. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX3000 offers outer measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the NX3000 and the WB700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX3000 and WB700 is 89 and 98 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX3000 and WB700.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX3000 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung NX3000 will result in extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer NX3000 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.