Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung WB800F
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced March 2011
(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
- Launched January 2013
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Following is a complete assessment of the Pentax RS1500 and Samsung WB800F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe RS1500 was revealed 22 months prior to the WB800F making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the RS1500 matches up vs the WB800F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 and Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are provided at Pentax RS1500 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Samsung WB800F
| RS1500 | WB800F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Pentax RS1500
| WB800F | RS1500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | March 2011 | More modern by 22 months |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax RS1500 and Samsung WB800F
| RS1500 | WB800F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RS1500 comes with exterior dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax RS1500 and Samsung WB800F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the RS1500 against the WB800F.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RS1500 and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the RS1500 and WB800F.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB800F to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged RS1500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
| Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung WB800F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung WB800F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-03-16 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.90 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 157g (0.35 pounds) | 218g (0.48 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 | 260 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $150 | $300 |