Samsung WB850F vs Sony HX90V

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung WB850F vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB850F (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WB850F was announced 4 years earlier than the HX90V which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the WB850F matches up vs the HX90V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB850F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB850F Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Samsung WB850F provides physical dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the WB850F versus the HX90V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB850F and HX90V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB850F and HX90V.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX90V to resolve more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged WB850F is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.