Samsung WB800F vs Sony A58

Here is a thorough analysis of the Samsung WB800F versus Sony A58, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the A58 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the WB800F (1/2.3") and A58 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The WB800F was released 10 months earlier than the A58 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WB800F scores vs the A58 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB800F and Sony SLT-A58. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB800F Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung WB800F has got external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony A58 has specifications of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the WB800F versus the A58.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB800F and A58 is 92 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB800F and A58.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WB800F featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A58 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older WB800F will be behind in sensor technology.