Samsung ST700 vs Sony W810
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Samsung ST700 vs Sony W810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced January 2014

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W810 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Samsung ST700 and Sony W810, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST700 (16MP) and the W810 (20MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ST700 was unveiled 4 years before the W810 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the ST700 matches up vs the W810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W810 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST700 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Sony W810
ST700 | W810 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Samsung ST700
W810 | ST700 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 36 months |
Common features in the Samsung ST700 and Sony W810
ST700 | W810 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung ST700 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST700 provides physical measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W810 has dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung ST700 and Sony W810 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ST700 versus the W810.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST700 and W810 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ST700 and W810.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony W810 to provide you with more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older ST700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST700 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Samsung ST700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-6.5 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | - | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 111g (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $280 | $100 |