Panasonic FX90 vs Samsung WB850F

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FX90 versus Samsung WB850F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was released 4 months prior to the WB850F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FX90 grades against the WB850F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX90 has external measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Panasonic FX90 versus Samsung WB850F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FX90 against the WB850F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and WB850F is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FX90 and WB850F.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB850F to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.