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Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Nikon Coolpix S800c front
 
Samsung WB800F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44

Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs

Nikon S800c
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
  • Announced February 2013
Samsung WB800F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • 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
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Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F Overview

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S800c was unveiled at a similar time to the WB800F so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S800c scores vs the WB800F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Samsung WB800F

 S800c WB800F 
Display size3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution819k460kClearer display (+359k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Nikon S800c

 WB800F S800c 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Nikon S800c and Samsung WB800F

 S800c WB800F 
LaunchedFebruary 2013January 2013Similar age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S800c enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S800c vs the WB800F.

Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F top view buttons comparison

Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and WB800F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F sensor size comparison

Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S800c Portrait photography factors
Samsung WB800F Portrait photography factors
35
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
44
manual focus
good MP (16MP)
includes face detection focusing
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S800c Street photography features
Samsung WB800F Street photography features
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (218g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S800c Sports photography advice
Samsung WB800F Sports photography advice
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
not so great battery (140 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
53
long zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S800c
Travel photography with Samsung WB800F
65
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
no Time Lapse mode
not so great battery (140 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than competition in class (218 grams)
good MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (23mm)
very long reach (483mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S800c
Landscape photography with Samsung WB800F
41
decently wide (25mm)
screen larger than average (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
manual mode not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
not so great battery (140 shots)
no Time Lapse mode
50
manual focus
relatively wide (23mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S800c Vlogging information
Samsung WB800F Vlogging information
35
decently wide (25mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
no mic port
35
relatively wide (23mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (218g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Nikon S800c vs Samsung WB800F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S800c and Samsung WB800F
 Nikon Coolpix S800cSamsung WB800F
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S800c Samsung WB800F
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2013-02-04 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-250mm (10.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.5 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 819 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 16 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 8.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 184 grams (0.41 lb) 218 grams (0.48 lb)
Physical dimensions 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 140 shots -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 seconds) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $290 $300