Samsung WB700 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed December 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5R
Samsung WB700 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Lets look much closer at the Samsung WB700 versus Sony NEX-5T, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB700 (14MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is very comparable but the WB700 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WB700 was released 3 years earlier than the NEX-5T which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WB700 matches up vs the NEX-5T when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB700 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB700 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony NEX-5T
WB700 | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Samsung WB700
NEX-5T | WB700 | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | December 2010 | More modern by 32 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 614k | Clearer display (+308k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony NEX-5T
WB700 | NEX-5T | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Samsung WB700 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung WB700 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5T has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
See the Samsung WB700 versus Sony NEX-5T in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WB700 compared to the NEX-5T.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WB700 and NEX-5T is 98 and 89 respectively.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB700 and NEX-5T.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WB700 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony NEX-5T will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged WB700 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Samsung WB700 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB700 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-12-28 | 2013-08-27 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | () | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 614k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 276g (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $400 |