Canon SX50 HS vs Samsung WB150F

Below is a extensive overview of the Canon SX50 HS versus Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was launched 13 months later than the WB150F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX50 HS scores against the WB150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX50 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX50 HS versus Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX50 HS versus the WB150F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX50 HS and WB150F is 65 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX50 HS and WB150F.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB150F to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher SX50 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.