Samsung WB850F vs Sony HX7V

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung WB850F vs Sony HX7V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB850F (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB850F was released 6 months after the HX7V and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the WB850F grades vs the HX7V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB850F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB850F Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB850F offers external measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the WB850F against the HX7V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WB850F and HX7V is 91 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB850F and HX7V.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should consider the age of the cameras into account.