Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung WB800F
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Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Launched July 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS4
- Later Model is Panasonic TS6
(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
- Released January 2013

Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic TS5 and Samsung WB800F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TS5 was introduced 7 months after the WB800F and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TS5 scores versus the WB800F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Samsung WB800F
TS5 | WB800F | |||
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Released | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Panasonic TS5
WB800F | TS5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Samsung WB800F
TS5 | WB800F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS5 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic TS5 and Samsung WB800F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the TS5 vs the WB800F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and WB800F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and WB800F.
Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos but you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger TS5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Samsung WB800F |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-07-12 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 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 format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 370 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DMW-BCM13 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $350 | $300 |