Samsung WB800F vs Sigma SD1

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung WB800F versus Sigma SD1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the WB800F (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The WB800F was introduced 2 years later than the SD1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the WB800F scores against the SD1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB800F and Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB800F Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung WB800F has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB800F versus Sigma SD1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the WB800F and the SD1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB800F and SD1 is 92 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WB800F and SD1.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WB800F with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung WB800F will give more detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger WB800F should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.