Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370
98 Imaging
37 Features
21 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced December 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010
Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB700 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WB700 was brought out 12 months later than the W370 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WB700 scores vs the W370 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB700 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony W370
WB700 | W370 | |||
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Revealed | December 2010 | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Sharper display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Samsung WB700
W370 | WB700 |
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Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony W370
WB700 | W370 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB700 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Look at the Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the WB700 and the W370.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB700 and W370 is 98 and 94 respectively.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB700 and W370.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images however you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer WB700 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Samsung WB700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-12-28 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.6-5.6 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 614k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | - | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $300 | $230 |