Samsung ST150F vs Samsung WB850F

On this page, we will be comparing the Samsung ST150F versus Samsung WB850F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Samsung. The image resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ST150F was launched 13 months after the WB850F which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ST150F scores versus the WB850F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST150F & Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST150F Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST150F has physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST150F versus Samsung WB850F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ST150F vs the WB850F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST150F and WB850F is 96 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST150F and WB850F.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern ST150F is going to have an edge in sensor technology.