Samsung WB800F vs Sony S930

In this article, we are reviewing the Samsung WB800F vs Sony S930, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the WB800F (16MP) and S930 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB800F was unveiled 4 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WB800F grades versus the S930 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB800F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB800F Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB800F enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB800F vs Sony S930 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the WB800F compared to the S930.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB800F and S930 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB800F and S930.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB800F to render extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher WB800F should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.