Fujifilm SL1000 vs Samsung WB850F

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm SL1000 and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was brought out 13 months later than the WB850F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores against the WB850F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL1000 features outer dimensions of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") having a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has dimensions 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 Fujifilm SL1000 and Samsung WB850F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus the WB850F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and WB850F is 61 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm SL1000 and WB850F.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm SL1000 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.