Samsung TL240 vs Samsung WB850F

The following is a thorough comparison of the Samsung TL240 and Samsung WB850F, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TL240 was brought out 24 months earlier than the WB850F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TL240 scores against the WB850F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL240 & Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL240 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung TL240 provides outer measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TL240 vs the WB850F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL240 and WB850F is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TL240 and WB850F.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung WB850F to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged TL240 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.