Samsung WB700 vs Sony WX5
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony WX5 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
- Launched December 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2010
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Here, we are reviewing the Samsung WB700 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB700 (14MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WB700 was released 6 months later than the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the WB700 scores against the WX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB700 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sony WX5
| WB700 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 614k |  | 461k | Sharper display (+153k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Samsung WB700
| WX5 | WB700 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sony WX5
| WB700 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | December 2010 |  | July 2010 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Samsung WB700 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB700 offers physical 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 WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WB700 vs the WX5.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the WB700 and WX5 is 98 and 95 respectively.
Samsung WB700 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB700 and WX5.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB700 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
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Samsung WB700 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Samsung WB700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung WB700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-12-28 | 2010-07-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | - | 125 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | () | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.8" |
| Screen resolution | 614 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.10 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 | - | 146g (0.32 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | - | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $300 | $250 |