Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung WB800F

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX700 HS versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was unveiled 14 months after the WB800F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX700 HS matches up vs the WB800F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS has outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX700 HS versus Samsung WB800F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX700 HS compared to the WB800F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and WB800F is 89 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and WB800F.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files although you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger SX700 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.