Samsung WB800F vs Sony RX1R
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony RX1R 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)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Launched June 2013
- Refreshed by Sony RX1R II
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Below is a extended review of the Samsung WB800F and Sony RX1R, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the WB800F (16MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the WB800F (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WB800F was introduced 5 months earlier than the RX1R so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the WB800F grades against the RX1R with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB800F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB800F Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Sony RX1R
| WB800F | RX1R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Samsung WB800F
| RX1R | WB800F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB800F and Sony RX1R
| WB800F | RX1R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | June 2013 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung WB800F vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB800F has outer dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WB800F and the RX1R.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WB800F and RX1R is 92 and 79 respectively.
Samsung WB800F vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB800F and RX1R.
As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WB800F using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX1R will result in extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively.
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony RX1R Specifications
| Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-06-26 |
| Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.0 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/4000s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 | 218 gr (0.48 pounds) | 482 gr (1.06 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 91 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.6 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2537 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 270 images |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $300 | $2,798 |