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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730

Portability
98
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30
Samsung WB700 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 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
  • Introduced December 2010
Sony W730
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
  • 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB700 (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB700 was released 24 months prior to the W730 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WB700 scores versus the W730 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony W730

 WB700 W730 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution614k230kClearer display (+384k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Samsung WB700

 W730 WB700 
ReleasedJanuary 2013December 2010Newer by 24 months
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony W730

 WB700 W730 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung WB700 has got physical 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 W730 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the WB700 compared to the W730.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB700 and W730 is 98 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB700 and W730.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W730 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged WB700 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung WB700
Portrait photography with Sony W730
30
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
35
MP count decent (16MP)
supports face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB700 Street photography details
Sony W730 Street photography details
49
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
has focus by touch
lighter than competitors (122 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung WB700
Sports photography with Sony W730
28
MP count good (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB700 Travel photography advice
Sony W730 Travel photography advice
70
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not contain selfie friendly display
71
lighter than competitors (122g)
has focus by touch
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB700 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W730 as a Landscape photography camera
38
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
39
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB700 Vlogging features
Sony W730 Vlogging features
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
34
reasonably wide (25mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focusing
lighter than competitors (122g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony W730 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB700 and Sony W730
 Samsung WB700Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730
General Information
Make Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung WB700 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-12-28 2013-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 25-224mm (9.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.3-6.3
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 614k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 2.80 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
External flash
AEB
White balance 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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 122g (0.27 lbs)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9")
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 life - 240 photos
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Launch cost $300 $138