Samsung WB850F vs Sony W730

On this page, we are comparing the Samsung WB850F vs Sony W730, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB850F (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB850F was released 12 months before the W730 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WB850F grades against the W730 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB850F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB850F Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB850F offers physical measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony W730 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB850F vs Sony W730 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the WB850F against the W730.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB850F and W730 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WB850F and W730.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged WB850F will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.