Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB850F

Lets look more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are designed by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was released 2 years later than the WB850F and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Galaxy Camera 2 scores versus the WB850F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 provides exterior dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 against the WB850F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and WB850F is 90 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and WB850F.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher Galaxy Camera 2 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.