Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Revealed April 2009

Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the WB800F (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the WB800F (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The WB800F was manufactured 3 years after the HX1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WB800F matches up against the HX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB800F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Sony HX1
WB800F | HX1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | April 2009 | More modern by 46 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Samsung WB800F
HX1 | WB800F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung WB800F and Sony HX1
WB800F | HX1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung WB800F has 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 HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the WB800F versus the HX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WB800F and HX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB800F and HX1.
To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WB800F due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung WB800F will produce greater detail due to its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer WB800F will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2009-04-22 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.20 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) | 544 grams (1.20 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $300 | $47,999 |