Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung WB850F

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung WB850F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and WB850F (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X20 was released 16 months later than the WB850F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X20 scores versus the WB850F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X20 & Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X20 has got external dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and 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).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X20 and the WB850F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X20 and WB850F is 83 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and WB850F.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung WB850F will give extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X20 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.