Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570
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Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570 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
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB210 (14MP) and the W570 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WB210 was unveiled 7 months later than the W570 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WB210 grades vs the W570 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB210 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Sony W570
WB210 | W570 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | January 2011 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Samsung WB210
W570 | WB210 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 1k | Crisper screen (+229k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB210 and Sony W570
WB210 | W570 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB210 features external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sony W570 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the WB210 compared to the W570.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB210 and W570 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WB210 and W570.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W570 to show greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer WB210 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB210 vs Sony W570 Specifications
Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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 | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 174g (0.38 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $279 | $159 |