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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310

Portability
98
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30
Samsung WB700 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 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
  • Released December 2010
Sony W310
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
  • Released January 2010
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 Overview

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB700 (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB700 was unveiled 12 months after the W310 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the WB700 grades vs the W310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony W310

 WB700 W310 
ReleasedDecember 2010January 2010Newer by 12 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution614k230kSharper display (+384k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Samsung WB700

 W310 WB700 

Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony W310

 WB700 W310 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB700 enjoys outer 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 W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WB700 compared to the W310.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB700 and W310 is 98 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WB700 and W310.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB700 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger WB700 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB700 Portrait photography features
Sony W310 Portrait photography features
30
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB700 Street photography highlights
Sony W310 Street photography highlights
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
max ISO too low (0)
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB700 Sports photography features
Sony W310 Sports photography features
28
MP count decent (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB700 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W310 as a Travel photography camera
70
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
does not contain selfie friendly screen
58
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB700 Landscape photography highlights
Sony W310 Landscape photography highlights
38
very good maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
has no RAW support
missing Timelapse function
32
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB700 Vlogging information
Sony W310 Vlogging information
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone port
29
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic socket
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W310 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB700 and Sony W310
 Samsung WB700Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung WB700 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Released 2010-12-28 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.0-5.8
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 614 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 137g (0.30 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $300 $150