Samsung WB700 vs Sony W800

Its time to look more closely at the Samsung WB700 and Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the WB700 (14MP) and W800 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB700 was introduced 4 years earlier than the W800 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WB700 scores versus the W800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB700 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB700 features outer 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 W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Samsung WB700 and Sony W800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the WB700 vs the W800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB700 and W800 is 98 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB700 and W800.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony W800 to give extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older WB700 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.