Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI
98 Imaging
37 Features
21 Overall
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88 Imaging
53 Features
75 Overall
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI 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
- Revealed December 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Released June 2018
- Superseded the Sony RX100 V
- Later Model is Sony RX100 VII

Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the WB700 (14MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the WB700 (1/2.3") and RX100 VI (1") have different sensor measurements.

The WB700 was introduced 8 years earlier than the RX100 VI which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the WB700 scores against the RX100 VI when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB700 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony RX100 VI
WB700 | RX100 VI |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Samsung WB700
RX100 VI | WB700 | |||
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Released | June 2018 | ![]() | December 2010 | Newer by 90 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper screen (+615k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony RX100 VI
WB700 | RX100 VI | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung WB700 provides physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VI has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WB700 compared to the RX100 VI.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WB700 and RX100 VI is 98 and 88 respectively.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB700 and RX100 VI.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WB700 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX100 VI will produce extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WB700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB700 vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Samsung WB700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-12-28 | 2018-06-05 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | - | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 315 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 614k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 301g (0.66 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | - | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $1,198 |