Samsung WB800F vs Sony HX99

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung WB800F versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is relatively well matched but the WB800F (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) possess different sensor measurements.

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The WB800F was revealed 6 years earlier than the HX99 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WB800F matches up versus the HX99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB800F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Samsung WB800F has exterior 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) and the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB800F versus Sony HX99 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the WB800F versus the HX99.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB800F and HX99 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB800F and HX99.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WB800F having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX99 will give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged WB800F is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.