Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB850F

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was unveiled 9 months after the WB850F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR1000 grades against the WB850F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR1000 provides outside dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB850F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 compared to the WB850F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and WB850F is 90 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR1000 and WB850F.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent EX-ZR1000 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.