Samsung WB800F vs Sigma SD9

Here is a extensive analysis of the Samsung WB800F versus Sigma SD9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the WB800F (16MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the WB800F (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The WB800F was introduced 10 years later than the SD9 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the WB800F scores vs the SD9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB800F and Sigma SD9. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB800F Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung WB800F has outer measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB800F versus Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the WB800F against the SD9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WB800F and SD9 is 92 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB800F and SD9.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WB800F using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung WB800F will render extra detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer WB800F should have an advantage in sensor technology.