Olympus E-600 vs Samsung HZ50W

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus E-600 and Samsung HZ50W, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-600 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is fairly close but the E-600 (Four Thirds) and HZ50W (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-600 was brought out 8 months before the HZ50W so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the E-600 grades versus the HZ50W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-600 and Samsung HZ50W. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-600 provides outer measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-600 and Samsung HZ50W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the E-600 compared to the HZ50W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-600 and HZ50W is 71 and 70 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-600 and HZ50W.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-600 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung HZ50W will result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged E-600 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.