Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony WX30 and Samsung WB850F side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony WX30 has external dimensions of 92 x 52 x 19 mm (3.62 x 2.05 x 0.75″) and weighs 117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz) (including batteries). Samsung WB850F has external dimensions of and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony WX30 and the Samsung WB850F. Sony WX30 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 17mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Samsung WB850F.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony WX30 and Samsung WB850F.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony WX30 is significantly lighter (133g ) than the Samsung WB850F which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 nor Samsung WB850F provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony WX30 and Samsung WB850F's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.