Olympus 7000 vs Samsung HZ50W

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus 7000 and Samsung HZ50W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was introduced 16 months prior to the HZ50W making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 7000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 7000 matches up against the HZ50W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Samsung HZ50W. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7000 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 7000 and Samsung HZ50W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 7000 and the HZ50W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 7000 and HZ50W is 94 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7000 and HZ50W.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung HZ50W to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older 7000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.