Samsung WB850F vs Sony A99

Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung WB850F versus Sony A99, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the WB850F (16MP) and A99 (24MP) and the WB850F (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) offer different sensor size.

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The WB850F was announced 11 months earlier than the A99 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WB850F matches up vs the A99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB850F and Sony SLT-A99. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB850F Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB850F features physical dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has proportions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB850F versus Sony A99 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the WB850F compared to the A99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WB850F and A99 is 91 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB850F and A99.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WB850F using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A99 will provide greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older WB850F will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.