Samsung WB850F vs Sony S980

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung WB850F versus Sony S980, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the WB850F (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB850F was released 2 years later than the S980 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WB850F scores vs the S980 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB850F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB850F Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB850F provides physical dimensions 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 S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB850F versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the WB850F and the S980.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB850F and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB850F and S980.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB850F to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher WB850F is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.