Samsung ST65 vs Samsung WB800F

Its time to look more closely at the Samsung ST65 versus Samsung WB800F, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was announced 23 months before the WB800F which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the ST65 scores versus the WB800F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST65 & Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST65 features exterior measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ST65 against the WB800F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ST65 and WB800F is 99 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ST65 and WB800F.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung WB800F to deliver greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged ST65 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.