Leica D-Lux 7 vs Samsung WB800F
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Leica D-Lux 7 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
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- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 403g - 118 x 66 x 64mm
- Released November 2018
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
Leica D-Lux 7 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Samsung WB800F, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is pretty close but the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and WB800F (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe D-Lux 7 was revealed 5 years later than the WB800F and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Leica D-Lux 7 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the D-Lux 7 matches up vs the WB800F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica D-Lux 7 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 7 & Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 7 over the Samsung WB800F
D-Lux 7 | WB800F | |||
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Launched | November 2018 | January 2013 | More recent by 72 months | |
Screen resolution | 1240k | 460k | Crisper screen (+780k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Leica D-Lux 7
WB800F | D-Lux 7 |
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Common features in the Leica D-Lux 7 and Samsung WB800F
D-Lux 7 | WB800F | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Leica D-Lux 7 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 7 has external dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Samsung WB800F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the D-Lux 7 compared to the WB800F.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 7 and WB800F is 81 and 92 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 7 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 7 and WB800F.
As you can see, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 7 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica D-Lux 7 will result in extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher D-Lux 7 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Leica D-Lux 7 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Leica D-Lux 7 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica D-Lux 7 | Samsung WB800F |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2018-11-20 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4736 x 3552 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,240 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1800 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DP-DC15 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 403 grams (0.89 pounds) | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" 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 | 340 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $1,193 | $300 |