Samsung WB800F vs Sony W800

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung WB800F versus Sony W800, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB800F was revealed 13 months earlier than the W800 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WB800F scores vs the W800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB800F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Sony W800 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB800F features outside measurements 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 W800 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung WB800F versus Sony W800 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the WB800F against the W800.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WB800F and W800 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WB800F and W800.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony W800 to give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older WB800F is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.