Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB800F
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37 Features
31 Overall
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92 Imaging
39 Features
51 Overall
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Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced 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

Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Pentax S1 versus Samsung WB800F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the S1 (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S1 was announced 22 months earlier than the WB800F making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the S1 scores vs the WB800F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio S1 and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax S1 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Samsung WB800F
S1 | WB800F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Pentax S1
WB800F | S1 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | March 2011 | Newer by 22 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax S1 and Samsung WB800F
S1 | WB800F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax S1 has outer measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Pentax S1 versus Samsung WB800F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1 versus the WB800F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1 and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and WB800F.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB800F to provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged S1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung WB800F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-03-02 | 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157 gr (0.35 lbs) | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Physical 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 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 | 260 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $174 | $300 |