Samsung WB700 vs Sony A6000

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung WB700 versus Sony A6000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the WB700 (14MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the WB700 (1/2.3") and A6000 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The WB700 was launched 4 years before the A6000 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WB700 grades versus the A6000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB700 & Sony Alpha a6000. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB700 Gallery & Sony A6000 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB700 has outer measurements 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 A6000 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WB700 vs the A6000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WB700 and A6000 is 98 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB700 and A6000.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WB700 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony A6000 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged WB700 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.