Samsung WB700 vs Sony A7c

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Samsung WB700 versus Sony A7c, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the WB700 (14MP) and A7c (24MP) and the WB700 (1/2.3") and A7c (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The WB700 was announced 10 years earlier than the A7c which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the WB700 grades against the A7c with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB700 & Sony Alpha A7c. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB700 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung WB700 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the WB700 versus the A7c.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB700 and A7c is 98 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB700 and A7c.

All in all, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WB700 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7c will deliver extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged WB700 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.