Samsung ST700 vs Sony a1

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung ST700 versus Sony a1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the ST700 (16MP) and a1 (50MP) and the ST700 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The ST700 was revealed 11 years prior to the a1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the ST700 matches up against the a1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST700 & Sony Alpha a1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST700 Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST700 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony a1 has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST700 versus Sony a1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST700 versus the a1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST700 and a1 is 99 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST700 and a1.

All in all, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ST700 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony a1 will offer you more detail because of its extra 34MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged ST700 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.