Samsung ST95 vs Samsung WB700

On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung ST95 vs Samsung WB700, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ST95 was announced about the same time to the WB700 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ST95 scores versus the WB700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST95 and Samsung WB700. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST95 has got external measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST95 vs Samsung WB700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ST95 and the WB700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ST95 and WB700 is 99 and 98 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST95 and WB700.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung ST95 to resolve greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively.