Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB800F
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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally Known as WB550
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Following is a extended review of the Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB800F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe HZ15W was manufactured 4 years prior to the WB800F which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the HZ15W matches up vs the WB800F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ15W & Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ15W Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Samsung WB800F
HZ15W | WB800F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Samsung HZ15W
WB800F | HZ15W | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | February 2009 | More modern by 47 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung WB800F
HZ15W | WB800F | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ15W enjoys exterior measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while 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).
Compare the Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB800F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the HZ15W compared to the WB800F.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ15W and WB800F is 90 and 92 respectively.
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ15W and WB800F.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung WB800F to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HZ15W will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Samsung HZ15W | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ15W | Samsung WB800F |
Also Known as | WB550 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-02-23 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 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 data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 249g (0.55 pounds) | 218g (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $330 | $300 |