Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB850F

In this article, we are reviewing the Samsung DV300F and Samsung WB850F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The DV300F was announced around the same time to the WB850F so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the DV300F matches up against the WB850F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung DV300F & Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung DV300F has outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the DV300F vs the WB850F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DV300F and WB850F is 96 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV300F and WB850F.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to take the age of the cameras into account.