Reasons to choose Digimax S800
Released in 2006, Digimax S800 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 8.1 MP effective resolution, and a 0 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Samsung Digimax S800
vs Samsung Digimax V6
VS
Sensor area
38 mm²
Digimax S80034 mm²
Digimax V6- Area ratio
- 1.11:1
- Absolute difference
- 4 mm²
- Relative difference
- 11.3%
The Digimax S800 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Digimax S800MetricDigimax V6
8.1 MPEffective pixels6.1 MP
7.11 × 5.33Sensor6.74 × 5.05
2.16 µmPixel pitch2.36 µm
4.68 µm²Pixel area5.58 µm²
21.37 MP/cm²Pixel density17.92 MP/cm²
4.87Crop factor5.14
—Maximum video—
—Weight170 g
MultiMedia, Secure DigitalStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
2x AABatteryAA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Digimax S800 has the larger sensor area. The Digimax S800 has the lighter body. The Digimax S800 has the higher effective resolution. The Digimax S800 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Digimax V6
Released in 2004, Digimax V6 has about 34 mm² of sensor area, 6.1 MP effective resolution, and a 170 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.