Samsung WB800F vs Sony A7S

Lets look a bit more closely at the Samsung WB800F versus Sony A7S, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the WB800F (16MP) and A7S (12MP) and the WB800F (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) offer different sensor sizing.

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The WB800F was revealed 15 months earlier than the A7S which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the WB800F matches up versus the A7S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB800F and Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB800F Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Samsung WB800F comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony A7S has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB800F versus Sony A7S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the WB800F vs the A7S.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WB800F and A7S is 92 and 77 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB800F and A7S.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WB800F having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung WB800F will give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older WB800F is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.