Samsung WB850F vs Sony HX9V

Here is a detailed comparison of the Samsung WB850F vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB850F (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The WB850F was announced 6 months later than the HX9V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the WB850F matches up against the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB850F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB850F Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB850F enjoys external measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB850F vs Sony HX9V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the WB850F vs the HX9V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB850F and HX9V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB850F and HX9V.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.