Fujifilm XF1 vs Samsung WB50F

Following is a thorough review of the Fujifilm XF1 vs Samsung WB50F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and WB50F (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was revealed 15 months earlier than the WB50F making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XF1 matches up against the WB50F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 & Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF1 has got exterior dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XF1 vs Samsung WB50F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus the WB50F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF1 and WB50F is 90 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF1 and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XF1 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung WB50F will deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XF1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.