Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W510
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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 708g - 119 x 122 x 99mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W510 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung WB2200F versus Sony W510, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the WB2200F (16MP) and W510 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WB2200F was revealed 3 years after the W510 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the WB2200F grades vs the W510 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W510 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB2200F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB2200F Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB2200F over the Sony W510
WB2200F | W510 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 37 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Samsung WB2200F
W510 | WB2200F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB2200F and Sony W510
WB2200F | W510 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB2200F offers external dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) and the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung WB2200F versus Sony W510 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the WB2200F compared to the W510.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WB2200F and W510 is 59 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB2200F and W510.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB2200F to result in extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer WB2200F should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W510 Specifications
Samsung WB2200F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB2200F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (ISO Auto) | 2.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash Off, Red-eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920x1080(30fps), 1280x720(30fps), 640x480(30fps), QVGA(30fps, 30s, Streaming) * High Speed : 360fps(176x128), 240fps(384x288) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 708g (1.56 pounds) | 119g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 122 x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 | BP-1410 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SCXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $599 | $99 |