Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung WB50F

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX230 HS and Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 3 years prior to the WB50F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX230 HS scores against the WB50F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS has external measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS against the WB50F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and WB50F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and WB50F.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB50F to result in more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.