Pentax VS20 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Pentax VS20 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Released May 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5500
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On this page, we are evaluating the Pentax VS20 vs Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe VS20 was introduced 22 months later than the HZ50W making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the VS20 grades versus the HZ50W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Samsung HZ50W
| VS20 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2012 |  | May 2010 | Fresher by 22 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Pentax VS20
| HZ50W | VS20 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax VS20 and Samsung HZ50W
| VS20 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Pentax VS20 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax VS20 comes with outside measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst 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).
Compare the Pentax VS20 vs Samsung HZ50W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the VS20 against the HZ50W.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the VS20 and HZ50W is 90 and 70 respectively.
Pentax VS20 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the VS20 and HZ50W.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax VS20 to render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher VS20 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Pentax VS20 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
| Pentax Optio VS20 | Samsung HZ50W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Optio VS20 | Samsung HZ50W |
| Otherwise known as | - | WB5500 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2012-01-25 | 2010-05-03 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 3 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-4.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.80 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 235 grams (0.52 lbs) | 426 grams (0.94 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | D-LI122 | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $106 | $250 |