Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850
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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 708g - 119 x 122 x 99mm
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Revealed April 2010

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the WB2200F (16MP) and A850 (25MP) and the WB2200F (1/2.3") and A850 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor measurements.

The WB2200F was manufactured 3 years after the A850 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A850 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WB2200F matches up vs the A850 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB2200F and Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB2200F Gallery and Sony A850 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB2200F over the Sony A850
WB2200F | A850 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | April 2010 | More modern by 46 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A850 over the Samsung WB2200F
A850 | WB2200F | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB2200F and Sony A850
WB2200F | A850 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB2200F offers external measurements of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) whilst the Sony A850 has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the WB2200F compared to the A850.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB2200F and A850 is 59 and 54 respectively.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB2200F and A850.
As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WB2200F because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A850 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher WB2200F will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850 Specifications
Samsung WB2200F | Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB2200F | Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2010-04-15 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 25 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6048 x 4032 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (ISO Auto) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash Off, Red-eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920x1080(30fps), 1280x720(30fps), 640x480(30fps), QVGA(30fps, 30s, Streaming) * High Speed : 360fps(176x128), 240fps(384x288) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 708 gr (1.56 pounds) | 895 gr (1.97 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 122 x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1415 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 880 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-1410 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SCXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Price at launch | $599 | $0 |