Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB800F
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Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Old Model is Nikon P510
- Refreshed by Nikon P530
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon P520 versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The P520 was revealed about the same time to the WB800F and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the P520 grades versus the WB800F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P520 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Samsung WB800F
P520 | WB800F | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Nikon P520
WB800F | P520 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P520 and Samsung WB800F
P520 | WB800F | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P520 provides outer measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon P520 versus Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the P520 vs the WB800F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P520 and WB800F is 66 and 92 respectively.

Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P520 and WB800F.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P520 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P520 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P520 | Samsung WB800F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 550g (1.21 lbs) | 218g (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $380 | $300 |