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Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
42
Overall
39
Samsung WB150F front
 
Samsung WB800F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44

Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs

Samsung WB150F
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2012
Samsung WB800F
(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
  • Revealed January 2013
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Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Samsung WB150F versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are produced by Samsung. The image resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB150F was released 12 months before the WB800F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WB150F grades against the WB800F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Samsung WB800F

 WB150F WB800F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Samsung WB150F

 WB800F WB150F 
RevealedJanuary 2013January 2012More recent by 12 months
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Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Samsung WB800F

 WB150F WB800F 
Focus manually More precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution460k460kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB150F has outside dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has measurements 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the WB150F and the WB800F.

Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WB150F and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB150F and WB800F.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung WB800F to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older WB150F will be behind in sensor tech.

Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F sensor size comparison

Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung WB150F
Portrait photography with Samsung WB800F
42
manual focus
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
44
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB150F Street photography information
Samsung WB800F Street photography information
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (188 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (218 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB150F Sports photography factors
Samsung WB800F Sports photography factors
51
excellent zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
supports tracking focus
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
53
long zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung WB150F
Travel photography with Samsung WB800F
69
lighter than competition in class (188g)
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
great zoom (432mm)
no Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than others in class (218g)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (23mm)
very long reach (483mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB150F as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB800F as a Landscape photography camera
49
manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Timelapse mode
50
has manual focus
relatively wide (23mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB150F Vlogging information
Samsung WB800F Vlogging information
32
rather wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (188g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone jack
35
relatively wide (23mm)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (218g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
lack of microphone support
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Samsung WB150F vs Samsung WB800F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB150F and Samsung WB800F
 Samsung WB150FSamsung WB800F
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung WB150F Samsung WB800F
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-01-09 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-432mm (18.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 460k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 16 secs 16 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) 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 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 188g (0.41 lb) 218g (0.48 lb)
Dimensions 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Battery ID SLB-10A -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail cost $230 $300