
Class-leading 21x zoom range
New quick menu pulled from NX series
Smart WiFi integration
Boring, indistinct design
Introduction
Samsung’s latest travel zoom packs an absolutely massive 21x optical zoom into a pocket-ready frame. It’s the longest zoom ratio we’ve seen on any compact camera; that distinction changes a few times a year, but we’ll let the WB850F enjoy its moment in the spotlight.
But that’s not the only trick up this camera’s (extended) sleeve. It’s equipped with Samsung’s new SMART WiFi system, opening it up for on-the-go photo sharing, cloud saves, automatic PC backups, and a bunch of other “connected” features.
We spent a few minutes with the WB850F at CES 2012. Read on for our first impressions of the world’s longest-zooming compact.
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Page 1
Product Tour
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Page 2
Handling
Standard travel zoom handling, but with an updated menu system that pulls from the NX series. Read More... |
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Modes
Meant for auto mode, but with a helping of manual and “special” settings. Read More... |
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Controls
More hands-on control than point-and-shoot, but pretty typical for the travel zoom class. Read More... |
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Hardware
Huge 21x lens, big AMOLED screen, and WiFi and GPS all stand out from the pack. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Samsung WB850F. Read More... |
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Page 7
Photo Gallery
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Specs
See all the specs for the Samsung WB850F. Read More... |
Part 9
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Samsung WB850F. Add your comments... |
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