Samsung NX1 vs Samsung WB800F

Below is a extended comparison of the Samsung NX1 vs Samsung WB800F, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and WB800F (16MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and WB800F (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX1 was introduced 21 months later than the WB800F making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the NX1 grades vs the WB800F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1 enjoys exterior measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX1 vs Samsung WB800F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the NX1 versus the WB800F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX1 and WB800F is 66 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1 and WB800F.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX1 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX1 will provide you with more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern NX1 will have a benefit in sensor tech.