Samsung WB50F vs Samsung WB800F

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung WB50F versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Samsung. The resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was announced 13 months after the WB800F which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WB50F matches up versus the WB800F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB50F and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB50F Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB50F features outer dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 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).

Look at the Samsung WB50F versus Samsung WB800F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the WB50F compared to the WB800F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WB50F and WB800F is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB50F and WB800F.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images but you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher WB50F will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.