Samsung WB800F vs Sony W650

Lets look a bit more closely at the Samsung WB800F versus Sony W650, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB800F was brought out 13 months later than the W650 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the WB800F scores versus the W650 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB800F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB800F provides external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony W650 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB800F versus Sony W650 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the WB800F versus the W650.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WB800F and W650 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB800F and W650.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer WB800F is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.