Canon SX50 HS vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX50 HS vs Samsung Galaxy NX, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The SX50 HS was released 5 months prior to the Galaxy NX which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX50 HS scores vs the Galaxy NX in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Samsung Galaxy NX. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX50 HS offers physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has sizing of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX50 HS and the Galaxy NX.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and Galaxy NX is 65 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and Galaxy NX.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX50 HS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.