Nikon P7800 vs Samsung WB35F

Below is a extended assessment of the Nikon P7800 and Samsung WB35F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and WB35F (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The P7800 was manufactured very close to the WB35F so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the P7800 scores versus the WB35F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 provides exterior measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the P7800 and the WB35F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7800 and WB35F is 82 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P7800 and WB35F.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P7800 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung WB35F will provide greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.