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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220

Portability
98
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30
Samsung WB700 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 Key Specs

Samsung WB700
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
  • Launched December 2010
Sony W220
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
  • 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung WB700 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB700 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WB700 was revealed 24 months after the W220 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the WB700 matches up versus the W220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony W220

 WB700 W220 
ReleasedDecember 2010January 2009Newer by 24 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution614k230kClearer screen (+384k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung WB700

 W220 WB700 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony W220

 WB700 W220 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB700 has external 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 W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB700 and Sony W220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the WB700 and the W220.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB700 and W220 is 98 and 95 respectively.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB700 and W220.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung WB700 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern WB700 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB700 Portrait photography features
Sony W220 Portrait photography features
30
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
27
manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB700 Street photography highlights
Sony W220 Street photography highlights
49
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB700 Sports photography highlights
Sony W220 Sports photography highlights
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max fps low (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung WB700
Travel photography with Sony W220
70
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
51
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
MP count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (30mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB700 Landscape photography information
Sony W220 Landscape photography information
38
good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
32
manual focus
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (30mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB700 Vlogging advice
Sony W220 Vlogging advice
27
good max aperture (f)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (30mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB700 and Sony W220
 Samsung WB700Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
General Information
Make Samsung Sony
Model Samsung WB700 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-12-28 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 30-120mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.8-7.1
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 614k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 1s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 7.10 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings - Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 147 gr (0.32 lbs)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type - Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $300 $160