Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung WB800F
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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Introduced July 2010
(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
- Revealed January 2013

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FX700 versus Samsung WB800F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FX700 was brought out 3 years before the WB800F which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FX700 matches up versus the WB800F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Samsung WB800F
FX700 | WB800F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Panasonic FX700
WB800F | FX700 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 30 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung WB800F
FX700 | WB800F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX700 comes with physical dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FX700 versus Samsung WB800F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FX700 against the WB800F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and WB800F is 94 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX700 and WB800F.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung WB800F to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged FX700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung WB800F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-21 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lb) | 218g (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $399 | $300 |