Samsung WB800F vs Sony H50
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Introduced January 2009

Samsung WB800F vs Sony H50 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung WB800F versus Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the WB800F (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WB800F was unveiled 4 years after the H50 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WB800F scores versus the H50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony H50 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB800F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Sony H50
WB800F | H50 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 49 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Samsung WB800F
H50 | WB800F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB800F and Sony H50
WB800F | H50 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Samsung WB800F vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung WB800F provides outer measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony H50 has sizing of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung WB800F versus Sony H50 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the WB800F vs the H50.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WB800F and H50 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB800F and H50.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB800F to render extra detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger WB800F provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB800F vs Sony H50 Specifications
Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lbs) | 547g (1.21 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $300 | $80 |