Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung WB800F

Below is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm S8400W versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was revealed 3 months later than the WB800F and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S8400W scores versus the WB800F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8400W comes with outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8400W versus Samsung WB800F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W vs the WB800F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8400W and WB800F is 61 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8400W and WB800F.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account.