Samsung WB150F vs Sony A700
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony A700 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2012
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Released December 2007
- Earlier Model is Konica Minolta 7D
- Refreshed by Sony A77
Samsung WB150F vs Sony A700 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Samsung WB150F versus Sony A700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the A700 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the WB150F (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WB150F was released 4 years later than the A700 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WB150F scores versus the A700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony A700 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB150F and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Sony A700
WB150F | A700 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | December 2007 | More recent by 50 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Samsung WB150F
A700 | WB150F | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Sony A700
WB150F | A700 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung WB150F vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB150F has exterior measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony A700 has dimensions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB150F versus Sony A700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WB150F and the A700.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB150F and A700 is 93 and 58 respectively.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WB150F and A700.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WB150F due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung WB150F will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher WB150F should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony A700 Specifications
Samsung WB150F | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB150F | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2007-12-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4272 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 pounds) | 768 gr (1.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-10A | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | Dual |
Retail cost | $230 | $1,000 |