Samsung WB700 vs Sony HX20V

In this article, we are looking at the Samsung WB700 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the WB700 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB700 was introduced 19 months prior to the HX20V making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WB700 grades vs the HX20V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB700 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB700 offers outside 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) while the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB700 vs Sony HX20V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WB700 against the HX20V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WB700 and HX20V is 98 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB700 and HX20V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to show greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older WB700 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.