Canon SX50 HS vs Samsung WB800F

The following is a thorough review of the Canon SX50 HS versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was launched at a similar time to the WB800F which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX50 HS grades vs the WB800F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX50 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX50 HS compared to the WB800F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and WB800F is 65 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX50 HS and WB800F.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung WB800F to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.