Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W310

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W310, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the WB2200F (16MP) and W310 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB2200F was introduced 4 years after the W310 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WB2200F scores vs the W310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB2200F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB2200F Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung WB2200F features exterior dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") having a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) and the Sony W310 has specifications of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

See the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WB2200F compared to the W310.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB2200F and W310 is 59 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB2200F and W310.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB2200F to offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger WB2200F should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.