Samsung WB800F vs Sony WX220

On this page, we will be comparing the Samsung WB800F and Sony WX220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB800F was unveiled 13 months earlier than the WX220 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the WB800F scores vs the WX220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB800F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB800F Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB800F offers outside dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB800F and Sony WX220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the WB800F versus the WX220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WB800F and WX220 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WB800F and WX220.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony WX220 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older WB800F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.