Fujifilm T550 vs Samsung WB850F

Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm T550 and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was unveiled 13 months after the WB850F which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm T550 grades against the WB850F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T550 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Fujifilm T550 and Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm T550 vs the WB850F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and WB850F is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T550 and WB850F.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm T550 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.