Olympus 6020 vs Samsung WB50F

Here is a thorough analysis of the Olympus 6020 versus Samsung WB50F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was released 4 years before the WB50F and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 6020 grades against the WB50F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6020 provides physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 6020 versus Samsung WB50F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 6020 against the WB50F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and WB50F is 95 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 6020 and WB50F.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB50F to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 6020 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.