Nikon S570 vs Samsung WB800F

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S570 versus Samsung WB800F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S570 was launched 4 years prior to the WB800F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the S570 scores against the WB800F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S570 has external dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S570 against the WB800F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and WB800F is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S570 and WB800F.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung WB800F to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S570 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.