Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830
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Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830 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
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Released January 2014

Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the W830 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WB800F was manufactured 12 months before the W830 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the WB800F matches up against the W830 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB800F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB800F Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Sony W830
WB800F | W830 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Samsung WB800F
W830 | WB800F | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung WB800F and Sony W830
WB800F | W830 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB800F enjoys exterior 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 W830 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the WB800F versus the W830.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WB800F and W830 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WB800F and W830.
As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W830 to show greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older WB800F will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB800F vs Sony W830 Specifications
Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB800F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | - | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 lb) | 122 grams (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $128 |