Panasonic SZ8 vs Samsung WB800F

Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic SZ8 vs Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was released 13 months later than the WB800F making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ8 matches up versus the WB800F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ8 offers outside dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ8 vs the WB800F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and WB800F is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ8 and WB800F.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SZ8 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.