Samsung WB850F vs Sony QX1

The following is a in depth assessment of the Samsung WB850F and Sony QX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB850F (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is relatively similar but the WB850F (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The WB850F was launched 3 years prior to the QX1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WB850F matches up against the QX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB850F and Sony Alpha QX1. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB850F Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB850F provides exterior measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB850F and Sony QX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the WB850F and the QX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB850F and QX1 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB850F and QX1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WB850F featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony QX1 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged WB850F is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.