Canon SX50 HS vs Samsung WB350F

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon SX50 HS and Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was released 11 months before the WB350F and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX50 HS grades against the WB350F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Samsung WB350F. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX50 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX50 HS against the WB350F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX50 HS and WB350F is 65 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and WB350F.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB350F to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older SX50 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.