Samsung WB210 vs Sony W610

Lets look a little more closely at the Samsung WB210 vs Sony W610, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB210 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB210 was announced 5 months before the W610 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the WB210 scores against the W610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB210 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB210 offers exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Sony W610 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB210 vs Sony W610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the WB210 and the W610.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WB210 and W610 is 94 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB210 and W610.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.