Clicky

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
 
Samsung WB850F front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
51
Overall
43

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Introduced August 2012
Samsung WB850F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 250g - 109 x 62 x 25mm
  • Released January 2012
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F Overview

Here is a extended review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The Galaxy Camera 4G was introduced 8 months later than the WB850F so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up against the WB850F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Samsung WB850F

 Galaxy Camera 4G WB850F 
ReleasedAugust 2012January 2012Fresher by 8 months
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung WB850F over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 WB850F Galaxy Camera 4G 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen resolution614k0kClearer screen (+614k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung WB850F

 Galaxy Camera 4G WB850F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has external measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the WB850F.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and WB850F is 90 and 91 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and WB850F.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Galaxy Camera 4G will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Portrait photography features
Samsung WB850F Portrait photography features
30
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
43
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focus
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Street photography factors
Samsung WB850F Street photography factors
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (305g)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (250g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography features
Samsung WB850F Sports photography features
44
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
52
great zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
offers tracking focus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Travel photography with Samsung WB850F
72
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
pretty wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
great max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than others (250 grams)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (23mm)
very long zoom (483mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Landscape photography with Samsung WB850F
47
pretty wide (23mm)
great max aperture (f)
bigger than average screen (4.8 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
49
manual focus
rather wide (23mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Vlogging with Samsung WB850F
36
pretty wide (23mm)
great max aperture (f)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (305g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic support
34
rather wide (23mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others (250 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic port
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB850F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung WB850F
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4GSamsung WB850F
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Samsung WB850F
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-08-29 2012-01-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 1.4GHz Quad-Core -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution - 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-481mm (20.9x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Largest aperture - f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 4.8 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 0k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display AMOLED display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 8 seconds
Max shutter speed - 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 3.50 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 305 gr (0.67 lbs) 250 gr (0.55 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 109 x 62 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model - SLB-10A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse recording
Storage media micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch price $550 $599