Samsung WB850F vs Sony WX50

Below is a in-depth review of the Samsung WB850F vs Sony WX50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB850F (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB850F was released within a month of the WX50 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WB850F grades against the WX50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB850F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB850F Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB850F has physical measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB850F vs Sony WX50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the WB850F against the WX50.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WB850F and WX50 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB850F and WX50.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.