Samsung ST700 vs Samsung WB850F

Here is a extended analysis of the Samsung ST700 versus Samsung WB850F, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Samsung. The image resolution of the ST700 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST700 was revealed 12 months before the WB850F and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ST700 grades versus the WB850F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST700 & Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST700 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST700 provides outer dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ST700 versus the WB850F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ST700 and WB850F is 99 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ST700 and WB850F.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older ST700 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.