Samsung WB2200F vs Sony A850

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.