OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
Scored using Cameras Methodology v1.0
Cameras Methodology v1.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are evaluated mathematically under Frontumo Cameras Methodology v1.0 using verified laboratory benchmarks, technical specifications, and authentic consumer ratings with 0% commercial bias.
Explore Cameras Methodology v1.0

BenQ GH800 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:530 gBattery life (CIPA):400 shots

BenQ GH800 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

5.0

Overall score

Score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

90%

5.0

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 55% of cameras
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

28%

5.1

Sensor & Image

25%

4.2

Photo Features

18%

5.4

Video & Audio

14%

6.2

Display & Design

8%

6.8

Battery & Power

7%

2.8

Connectivity & Storage

â–²Better than 52% of cameras
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

  • No image
No image

Best prices

    N/A~ £260

Best rankings

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of camera BenQ GH800

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components:

28%

5.1

Sensor & Image

25%

4.2

Photo Features

18%

5.4

Video & Audio

14%

6.2

Display & Design

8%

6.8

Battery & Power

7%

2.8

Connectivity & Storage

5.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
BenQ GH800 has a popularity score of 1, which is lower than 51.3% of cameras.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components:

60%

5.0

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

6.3
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
18 MP
Main camera megapixels
18 MP
â–² Better than 56% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 18 MP, which is higher than that of 55.7% of cameras and equal to that of 1.8% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.25 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.25 µm
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.25 µm, which are smaller than those in 93.8% of cameras and the same size as those in 0.7% of cameras.
Base ISO
160
Base ISO
160
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 160 which is higher than that of 80.6% of cameras and equal to that of 4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 6400 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 6,400
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 6,400, which is higher than that of 37.3% of cameras and equal to that of 16.2% of cameras.
Show more
Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
1
N. of focus points
1
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 1 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 95.4% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 4.6% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
Show more
Max video resolution
1920 px
Max video resolution
1920 px
â–² Better than 29% of models
This camera supports 1920 px video recording which is higher quality than that of 28.7% of cameras and equal to that of 47.1% of cameras.
Video bitrate
?
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
H.264
Show more
Type
bridge
Weight
530 g
Weight
530 g
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 530 g which is heavier than 66.4% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.6% of cameras.
Body only.
Width
126 mm
Width
126 mm
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 126 mm which is wider than 63.6% of cameras and equal to that of 0.6% of cameras.
Height
88 mm
Height
88 mm
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 88 mm which is taller than 65.4% of cameras.
Thickness
111 mm
Thickness
111 mm
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 111 mm which is thicker than 95.8% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
Show more
Battery life (CIPA)
400 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
400 shots
â–² Better than 67% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 400 shots, which is longer than that of 66.9% of cameras and equal to that of 3.5% of cameras.
Battery capacity
1,600 mAh
Battery capacity
1,600 mAh
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 1,600 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 73.5% of cameras and equal to those in 1.6% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
Show more

BenQ GH800 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
    Supports up to 120 fps high-speed video.
  • 4.3 fps faster mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    10 fps
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a faster mechanical burst than the average camera (10 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    10 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 480 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,600 mAh
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (1600 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    1,600 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • Built-in timelapse
    Timelapse function
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
    Interval shooting max 100 shots
  • 0.07 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.068 GB
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.068 GB vs 0 GB
  • 70 shots more shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    400 shots
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has longer battery life than the average camera (400 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    400 shots vs 330 shots
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
  • Higher sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    18 MP
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera has a higher sensor resolution than the average camera (18 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    18 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 60 higher base ISO
    Base ISO
    160
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <80 – >200
    This camera has a higher base ISO than the average camera (160 vs 100). The average camera has a base ISO of 100.
    160 vs 100
  • 4.3 fps faster mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    10 fps
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a faster mechanical burst than the average camera (10 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    10 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
  • 5.07x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    36 x
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 36 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 36x optical zoom.
    36 x vs 7.1 x
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
    Supports up to 120 fps high-speed video.
  • Built-in timelapse
    Timelapse function
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
    Interval shooting max 100 shots
  • 480 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,600 mAh
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (1600 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    1,600 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • 70 shots more shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    400 shots
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has longer battery life than the average camera (400 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    400 shots vs 330 shots
  • 0.07 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.068 GB
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.068 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2.09 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.25 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.25 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 22 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (1 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    1 vs 23
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 135 g heavier
    Weight
    530 g
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (530 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    Body only.
    530 g vs 395 g
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • 65 mm thicker
    Thickness
    111 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (111 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    111 mm vs 46 mm
  • 93% less popular
    BenQ GH800 is less popular than the average camera (1 vs 1.9).
    1 vs 1.93
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 135 g heavier
    Weight
    530 g
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (530 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    Body only.
    530 g vs 395 g
  • 65 mm thicker
    Thickness
    111 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (111 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    111 mm vs 46 mm
  • 14.1 mm taller body
    Height
    88 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is taller than the average camera (88 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    88 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 6.1 mm wider
    Width
    126 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is wider than the average camera (126 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    126 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2.09 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.25 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.25 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 12,500 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    12,800 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (12800 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    12,800 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 1 older
    Release date
    2012
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2012 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    December 2012
    2,012 vs 2,013
  • 22 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (1 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    1 vs 23
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

R
reviewcentralme.com
10/10/2013
Summary of the review
Review: BenQ GH800 - Review Central Middle East
T
tweakers.net
01/01/2013
Summary of the review
Thorough and independent BenQ reviews - Tweakers
(Translated)Show original

Third-party reviews

What we like about BenQ GH800

  • Impressive 36x optical zoom range (22.5mm to 810mm equivalent)
  • Built-in HDR mode effectively boosts color and exposure
  • Excellent 1cm Super Macro mode for detailed close-ups
  • Versatile 3-inch tilt-view LCD screen (920k pixels)
  • Includes an electronic viewfinder (EVF) with diopter correction
  • Sturdy build quality with a comfortable rubberized grip
  • Fast continuous shooting mode (up to 30 fps)
  • High-quality 1080p Full HD video recording with stereo sound

What we don't like about BenQ GH800

  • Image stabilization can be poor, especially at maximum zoom
  • Relatively heavy and bulky for a bridge camera (530g)
  • Outdated user interface compared to contemporary rivals
  • Battery drains quickly when using the flash frequently
  • Lack of advanced manual controls may limit professional use
  • Images can be blurry at high zoom levels without a tripod
  • Lacks modern connectivity features like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
  • No support for RAW image files

Verdict

The BenQ GH800 is a high-performance bridge camera featuring an 18-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor and a powerful 36x optical zoom lens with a focal range of 22.5mm to 810mm (35mm equivalent). Key characteristics include a 3-inch tiltable LCD screen, an electronic viewfinder (EVF), and 1080p Full HD video recording at 60fps. Its main pros are the impressive zoom capability, a 1cm super macro mode for detailed close-ups, and a high-speed continuous shooting mode capable of reaching 30fps. However, the camera suffers from slow focusing and zooming speeds, a lack of manual focus or zoom controls, and image quality that can lack sharpness when compared to dedicated DSLR lenses.

Compare BenQ GH800 with other products in the Cameras category

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of BenQ GH800 and other products in the Cameras category

No results found