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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
 
Samsung WB800F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2014
Samsung WB800F
(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
  • Announced January 2013
Photography Glossary

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F Overview

Its time to take a deeper look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are created by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was introduced 12 months later than the WB800F which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 2 scores vs the WB800F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Samsung WB800F

 Galaxy Camera 2 WB800F 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014January 2013Fresher by 12 months
Display dimension4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Display resolution1037k460kClearer display (+577k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 WB800F Galaxy Camera 2 

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung WB800F

 Galaxy Camera 2 WB800F 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 comes with external dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 vs the WB800F.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and WB800F is 90 and 92 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and WB800F.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent Galaxy Camera 2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Portrait photography factors
Samsung WB800F Portrait photography factors
44
focusing manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
44
focusing manually
decent MP (16 megapixels)
provides face detection focus
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Street photography features
Samsung WB800F Street photography features
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with focus by touch
lighter than average (283g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (218 grams)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB800F as a Sports photography camera
48
incredible zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
better than average battery life (400 shots)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames/s)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
53
amazing zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Travel photography features
Samsung WB800F Travel photography features
73
better than average battery life (400 per charge)
lighter than average (283 grams)
has bluetooth
comes with focus by touch
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (23mm)
very long reach (483mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than competition (218 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (23mm)
long zoom (483mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB800F as a Landscape photography camera
52
focusing manually
fairly wide (23mm)
bigger than average screen (4.8 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
better than average battery life (400 CIPA)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
50
focusing manually
really wide (23mm)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Vlogging info
Samsung WB800F Vlogging info
37
fairly wide (23mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have mic socket
lighter than average (283g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
35
really wide (23mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (218g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of external mic socket
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung WB800F
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2Samsung WB800F
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Samsung WB800F
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2014-01-02 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-483mm (21.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 4.8 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 1,037k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology HD Super Clear Touch Display TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 16 secs 16 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.80 m -
Flash settings Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix -
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 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 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 283g (0.62 lbs) 218g (0.48 lbs)
Dimensions 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") 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 400 photographs -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model Built-in -
Self timer Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $400 $300