• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • 23.00mm - 483.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 840.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung WB800F advantages over Nikon A1000

  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.4
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Thinner
    21 mm vs 40 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    218g vs 330g
    Lighter weight
  • Longer exposure
    16 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Nikon A1000 advantages over Samsung WB800F

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • More telephoto lens reach
    840 mm vs 483 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Newer
    6 years vs 12 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung WB850F

Samsung WB800F
Samsung WB850F
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $467
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • Slow-motion videos

Compare Samsung WB800F vs Samsung WB850F

Nikon A1000
Samsung WB850F
  • $477
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $467
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger lens aperture

Compare Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB850F

Compared to Samsung Galaxy Camera

Samsung WB800F
Samsung Galaxy Camera
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Lighter weight
  • $520
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in GPS

Compare Samsung WB800F vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Nikon A1000
Samsung Galaxy Camera
  • $477
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $520
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Built-in GPS

Compare Nikon A1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Compared to Samsung WB350F

Samsung WB800F
Samsung WB350F
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $232
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Samsung WB800F vs Samsung WB350F

Nikon A1000
Samsung WB350F
  • $477
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $232
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB350F

Compared to Canon SX740 HS

Samsung WB800F
Canon SX740 HS
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $447
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Samsung WB800F vs Canon SX740 HS

Nikon A1000
Canon SX740 HS
  • $477
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Touchscreen
  • $447
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus

Compare Nikon A1000 vs Canon SX740 HS

Compared to Panasonic ZS80

Samsung WB800F
Panasonic ZS80
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Thinner
  • $398
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Samsung WB800F vs Panasonic ZS80

Nikon A1000
Panasonic ZS80
  • $477
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $398
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion

Compare Nikon A1000 vs Panasonic ZS80

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