Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung WB850F

Following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung WB850F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was announced 23 months earlier than the WB850F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TS2 scores vs the WB850F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS2 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 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).

Look at the Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung WB850F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the TS2 against the WB850F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and WB850F is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS2 and WB850F.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB850F to offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.