Samsung WB700 vs Sony a1
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony a1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched December 2010
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Released January 2021
Samsung WB700 vs Sony a1 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Samsung WB700 versus Sony a1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the WB700 (14MP) and a1 (50MP) and the WB700 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WB700 was manufactured 11 years prior to the a1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WB700 grades versus the a1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony a1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB700 & Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB700 Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony a1
WB700 | a1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Samsung WB700
a1 | WB700 | |||
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Released | January 2021 | December 2010 | More recent by 122 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1440k | 614k | Crisper screen (+826k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony a1
WB700 | a1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung WB700 vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung WB700 features outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony a1 has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung WB700 versus Sony a1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WB700 compared to the a1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WB700 and a1 is 98 and 61 respectively.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB700 and a1.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WB700 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony a1 will result in more detail due to its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older WB700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony a1 Specifications
Samsung WB700 | Sony Alpha a1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB700 | Sony Alpha a1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-12-28 | 2021-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 50 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 8640 x 5760 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 759 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | () | - |
Number of lenses | - | 133 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 614k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 9,437k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 30.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/400s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 7680x4320 |
Video format | H.264 | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 737 grams (1.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 530 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | Two |
Pricing at release | $300 | $6,498 |