Samsung WB150F vs Sony W710

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung WB150F and Sony W710, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the W710 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB150F was manufactured 12 months prior to the W710 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WB150F matches up against the W710 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB150F provides outer dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony W710 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Samsung WB150F and Sony W710 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the WB150F against the W710.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WB150F and W710 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB150F and W710.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony W710 to give you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older WB150F is going to be behind in sensor technology.