Olympus 6020 vs Samsung WB850F

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus 6020 vs Samsung WB850F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was introduced 23 months before the WB850F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the 6020 scores vs the WB850F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 6020 features physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Olympus 6020 vs Samsung WB850F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 6020 compared to the WB850F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6020 and WB850F is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 6020 and WB850F.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB850F to show more detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older 6020 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.