Samsung WB800F vs Sony TX1
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony TX1 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Introduced August 2009
Samsung WB800F vs Sony TX1 Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Samsung WB800F versus Sony TX1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the WB800F (16MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the WB800F (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WB800F was revealed 3 years later than the TX1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WB800F matches up vs the TX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung WB800F vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB800F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Sony TX1
WB800F | TX1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | August 2009 | More recent by 42 months | |
Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Samsung WB800F
TX1 | WB800F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB800F and Sony TX1
WB800F | TX1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Samsung WB800F vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB800F comes with outer dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung WB800F versus Sony TX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the WB800F against the TX1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WB800F and TX1 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Samsung WB800F vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WB800F and TX1.
To sum up, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WB800F using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Samsung WB800F will resolve extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher WB800F is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lb) | 142g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $300 | $350 |