Samsung ST95 vs Samsung WB850F

In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung ST95 and Samsung WB850F, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST95 was introduced 11 months prior to the WB850F and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ST95 matches up against the WB850F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST95 & Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST95 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST95 features exterior measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has proportions 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ST95 against the WB850F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ST95 and WB850F is 99 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST95 and WB850F.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files but you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged ST95 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.