Nikon Z5 vs Samsung WB800F
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Nikon Z5 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched July 2020
(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
- Released January 2013

Nikon Z5 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
The following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon Z5 versus Samsung WB800F, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and WB800F (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and WB800F (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

The Z5 was brought out 7 years after the WB800F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z5 scores versus the WB800F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z5 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 & Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Samsung WB800F
Z5 | WB800F | |||
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Released | July 2020 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 92 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Nikon Z5
WB800F | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Samsung WB800F
Z5 | WB800F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z5 has external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z5 versus Samsung WB800F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5 versus the WB800F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and WB800F is 62 and 92 respectively.

Nikon Z5 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The pic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and WB800F.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z5 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger Z5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon Z5 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z5 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Samsung WB800F |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2020-07-20 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.5 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lbs) | 218g (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 470 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | One |
Launch cost | $1,399 | $300 |