Samsung WB210 vs Sony HX100V
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Samsung WB210 vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Released October 2011
- Refreshed by Sony HX200V
Samsung WB210 vs Sony HX100V Overview
Lets look more closely at the Samsung WB210 and Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB210 (14MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe WB210 was revealed 3 months before the HX100V and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the WB210 scores vs the HX100V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung WB210 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB210 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Sony HX100V
WB210 | HX100V | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Samsung WB210
HX100V | WB210 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 1k | Sharper display (+920k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB210 and Sony HX100V
WB210 | HX100V | |||
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Released | July 2011 | October 2011 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung WB210 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung WB210 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB210 and Sony HX100V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the WB210 and the HX100V.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB210 and HX100V is 94 and 66 respectively.
Samsung WB210 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB210 and HX100V.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX100V to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.
Samsung WB210 vs Sony HX100V Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB210 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2011-10-21 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 12.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 174g (0.38 lbs) | 577g (1.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
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 ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $279 | $429 |