Pentax X70 vs Samsung WB800F

Below is a complete assessment of the Pentax X70 vs Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X70 was launched 4 years before the WB800F and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the X70 matches up against the WB800F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 & Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X70 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has dimensions 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the X70 versus the WB800F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and WB800F is 71 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and WB800F.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung WB800F to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older X70 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.