Samsung ST700 vs Sony HX10V

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung ST700 and Sony HX10V, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST700 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST700 was announced 13 months before the HX10V which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the ST700 grades versus the HX10V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST700 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung ST700 features outside measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST700 and Sony HX10V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST700 vs the HX10V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST700 and HX10V is 99 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST700 and HX10V.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX10V to give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged ST700 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.