Samsung WB800F vs Sony A7R III

Here is a thorough review of the Samsung WB800F versus Sony A7R III, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the WB800F (16MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the WB800F (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The WB800F was revealed 5 years prior to the A7R III and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the WB800F grades against the A7R III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB800F & Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB800F features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB800F versus Sony A7R III in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the WB800F and the A7R III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WB800F and A7R III is 92 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WB800F and A7R III.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WB800F with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A7R III will give more detail because of its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older WB800F is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.