Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB800F

The following is a detailed review of the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was launched 19 months after the WB800F making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the XG-1 scores vs the WB800F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 offers exterior dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the XG-1 compared to the WB800F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and WB800F is 66 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and WB800F.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent XG-1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.