Olympus E-1 vs Samsung HZ50W

Let's look closer at the Olympus E-1 versus Samsung HZ50W, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the E-1 (5MP) and HZ50W (14MP) and the E-1 (Four Thirds) and HZ50W (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The E-1 was unveiled 7 years before the HZ50W which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-1 being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the E-1 scores against the HZ50W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-1 & Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-1 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-1 enjoys outside measurements of 141mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 735 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-1 versus Samsung HZ50W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the E-1 and the HZ50W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-1 and HZ50W is 59 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-1 and HZ50W.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-1 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung HZ50W will give extra detail having an extra 9MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged E-1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.