Olympus E-M10 II vs Samsung HZ50W

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-M10 II versus Samsung HZ50W, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E-M10 II (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively close but the E-M10 II (Four Thirds) and HZ50W (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The E-M10 II was launched 5 years later than the HZ50W and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M10 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-M10 II matches up against the HZ50W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 II and Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 II Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-M10 II enjoys exterior dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M10 II versus Samsung HZ50W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-M10 II and the HZ50W.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 II and HZ50W is 82 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 II and HZ50W.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-M10 II will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger E-M10 II provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.