Samsung DV150F vs Samsung WB850F

Let's look much closer at the Samsung DV150F vs Samsung WB850F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The DV150F was launched 13 months after the WB850F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the DV150F scores vs the WB850F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV150F & Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are available at Samsung DV150F Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV150F has got exterior dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while 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 that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the DV150F and the WB850F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DV150F and WB850F is 96 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DV150F and WB850F.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of images though you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent DV150F should have an advantage in sensor innovation.