Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB800F

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was revealed 13 months later than the WB800F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the SP-100 matches up versus the WB800F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-100 has got outside dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB800F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-100 against the WB800F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and WB800F is 63 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and WB800F.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photos although you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent SP-100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.