Samsung WB800F vs Sony TX7

Let's examine more closely at the Samsung WB800F vs Sony TX7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the WB800F (16MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the WB800F (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The WB800F was announced 3 years later than the TX7 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WB800F scores versus the TX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB800F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB800F Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB800F enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the WB800F versus the TX7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WB800F and TX7 is 92 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB800F and TX7.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WB800F with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung WB800F will give you greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher WB800F should have an edge in sensor technology.