Panasonic FZ300 vs Samsung HZ50W

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FZ300 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was launched 5 years later than the HZ50W and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FZ300 grades versus the HZ50W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ300 comes with physical dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ300 and Samsung HZ50W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ300 against the HZ50W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and HZ50W is 59 and 70 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and HZ50W.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung HZ50W to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent FZ300 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.