Samsung ST700 vs Sony WX50

Below is a detailed analysis of the Samsung ST700 versus Sony WX50, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST700 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST700 was launched 13 months earlier than the WX50 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX50 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ST700 matches up against the WX50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST700 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST700 comes with 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) and the Sony WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST700 versus Sony WX50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ST700 compared to the WX50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ST700 and WX50 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ST700 and WX50.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images though you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older ST700 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.