Samsung WB850F vs Sony NEX-5R

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung WB850F versus Sony NEX-5R, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB850F (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is pretty close but the WB850F (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The WB850F was brought out 7 months before the NEX-5R and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WB850F scores vs the NEX-5R when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB850F and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB850F Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung WB850F has got outer measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5R has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB850F versus Sony NEX-5R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WB850F versus the NEX-5R.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WB850F and NEX-5R is 91 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB850F and NEX-5R.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The WB850F uses the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The more aged WB850F will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.