Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung WB50F

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SX70 HS was introduced 4 years later than the WB50F and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX70 HS scores against the WB50F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS & Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS enjoys external dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung WB50F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX70 HS versus the WB50F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and WB50F is 63 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX70 HS and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX70 HS to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX70 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.