Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB850F
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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB850F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Replaced the Canon SX200 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 109 x 62 x 25mm
- Launched January 2012
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB850F Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX210 IS was released 19 months earlier than the WB850F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX210 IS grades versus the WB850F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB850F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Samsung WB850F
SX210 IS | WB850F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB850F over the Canon SX210 IS
WB850F | SX210 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | June 2010 | Fresher by 19 months | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung WB850F
SX210 IS | WB850F | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB850F Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX210 IS enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung WB850F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX210 IS and the WB850F.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and WB850F is 90 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB850F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and WB850F.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB850F to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older SX210 IS will be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung WB850F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung WB850F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung WB850F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 220 grams (0.49 pounds) | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 109 x 62 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-5L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $226 | $599 |