Samsung WB700 vs Sony QX10

Following is a extensive assessment of the Samsung WB700 versus Sony QX10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the WB700 (14MP) and QX10 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WB700 was brought out 3 years before the QX10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WB700 scores versus the QX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB700 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung WB700 offers physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB700 versus Sony QX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the WB700 against the QX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WB700 and QX10 is 98 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB700 and QX10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony QX10 to render greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged WB700 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.