Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung WB850F

Below is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm S8400W and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was manufactured 15 months later than the WB850F making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up against the WB850F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8400W has outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W against the WB850F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and WB850F is 61 and 91 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8400W and WB850F.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm S8400W will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.