Samsung WB800F vs Samsung WB850F

In this article, we will be evaluating the Samsung WB800F and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are designed by Samsung. The resolution of the WB800F (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WB800F was revealed 13 months after the WB850F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the WB800F grades vs the WB850F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB800F & Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB800F Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung WB800F has physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB800F and Samsung WB850F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the WB800F vs the WB850F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WB800F and WB850F is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB800F and WB850F.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger WB800F should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.