Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W610
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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W610 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W610 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W610, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB2200F (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WB2200F was released 2 years after the W610 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W610 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WB2200F grades vs the W610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W610 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB2200F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB2200F Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB2200F over the Sony W610
WB2200F | W610 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Samsung WB2200F
W610 | WB2200F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB2200F and Sony W610
WB2200F | W610 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB2200F provides physical dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) while the Sony W610 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W610 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the WB2200F against the W610.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB2200F and W610 is 59 and 97 respectively.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB2200F and W610.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB2200F to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern WB2200F provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony W610 Specifications
Samsung WB2200F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB2200F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (ISO Auto) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash Off, Red-eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 708g (1.56 lbs) | 113g (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 122 x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-1410 | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SCXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $599 | $200 |