Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB50F

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was introduced 6 months prior to the WB50F and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX160 IS scores against the WB50F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX160 IS comes with outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung WB50F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX160 IS against the WB50F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and WB50F is 86 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and WB50F.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really take the production date of the cameras into account.