Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung WB850F

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X-S1 and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and WB850F (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was released at a similar time to the WB850F and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-S1 matches up versus the WB850F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-S1 & Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S1 provides outside dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-S1 and Samsung WB850F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 against the WB850F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and WB850F is 52 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-S1 and WB850F.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-S1 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung WB850F will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively.