Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung WB850F

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus SH-50 versus Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was brought out 13 months after the WB850F making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SH-50 scores vs the WB850F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SH-50 & Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SH-50 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-50 provides exterior measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SH-50 versus the WB850F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-50 and WB850F is 88 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-50 and WB850F.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher SH-50 provides an advantage in sensor tech.