Samsung CL5 vs Sony HX50V

Here is a detailed analysis of the Samsung CL5 versus Sony HX50V, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and HX50V (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The CL5 was revealed 5 years before the HX50V and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the CL5 matches up versus the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL5 offers physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung CL5 versus Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the CL5 compared to the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CL5 and HX50V is 95 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CL5 and HX50V.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CL5 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony HX50V will give extra detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older CL5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.