Canon G3 X vs Samsung HZ50W

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon G3 X versus Samsung HZ50W, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and HZ50W (14MP) and the G3 X (1") and HZ50W (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The G3 X was revealed 5 years later than the HZ50W and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the G3 X matches up vs the HZ50W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are provided at Canon G3 X Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G3 X comes with outer dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Canon G3 X versus Samsung HZ50W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the G3 X and the HZ50W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G3 X and HZ50W is 60 and 70 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 X and HZ50W.

To sum up, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G3 X having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon G3 X will render extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent G3 X should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.