Samsung WB50F vs Samsung WB700

Lets look more in depth at the Samsung WB50F and Samsung WB700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Samsung. The resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was unveiled 3 years after the WB700 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WB50F grades vs the WB700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB50F and Samsung WB700. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung WB50F features physical dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB50F and Samsung WB700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WB50F and the WB700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and WB700 is 92 and 98 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB50F and WB700.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB50F to render extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern WB50F should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.