Samsung WB700 vs Sony S2100
98 Imaging
37 Features
21 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony S2100 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
- Announced December 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
Samsung WB700 vs Sony S2100 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Samsung WB700 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB700 (14MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WB700 was introduced 12 months after the S2100 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the WB700 grades vs the S2100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB700 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony S2100
WB700 | S2100 | |||
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Released | December 2010 | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Samsung WB700
S2100 | WB700 |
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Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony S2100
WB700 | S2100 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Samsung WB700 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB700 offers outside 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) whilst the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Samsung WB700 and Sony S2100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the WB700 versus the S2100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB700 and S2100 is 98 and 93 respectively.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WB700 and S2100.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung WB700 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent WB700 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Samsung WB700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-12-28 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 614k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $0 |