Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB50F

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX530 HS and Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was unveiled 13 months later than the WB50F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX530 HS matches up versus the WB50F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX530 HS and Samsung WB50F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SX530 HS against the WB50F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and WB50F is 69 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and WB50F.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX530 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.