Canon SX50 HS vs Samsung WB250F

Following is a extended assessment of the Canon SX50 HS and Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was brought out at a similar time to the WB250F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX50 HS scores vs the WB250F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX50 HS comes with outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX50 HS and the WB250F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and WB250F is 65 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and WB250F.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB250F to result in greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively.