Samsung WB800F vs Sony W530
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Released January 2011

Samsung WB800F vs Sony W530 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Samsung WB800F versus Sony W530, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the W530 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WB800F was launched 2 years after the W530 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WB800F grades vs the W530 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony W530 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB800F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Sony W530
WB800F | W530 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Samsung WB800F
W530 | WB800F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB800F and Sony W530
WB800F | W530 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung WB800F vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung WB800F comes with external 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) whilst the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the Samsung WB800F versus Sony W530 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the WB800F and the W530.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB800F and W530 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WB800F and W530.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung WB800F to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern WB800F is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB800F vs Sony W530 Specifications
Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 218 gr (0.48 pounds) | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $300 | $269 |