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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
 
Samsung WB50F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Introduced August 2012
Samsung WB50F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2014
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are offered by Samsung. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Galaxy Camera 4G was announced 16 months before the WB50F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up vs the WB50F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Samsung WB50F

 Galaxy Camera 4G WB50F 
Screen dimensions4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 WB50F Galaxy Camera 4G 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014August 2012Newer by 16 months
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen resolution460k0kSharper screen (+460k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung WB50F

 Galaxy Camera 4G WB50F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G enjoys external dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Samsung WB50F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the WB50F.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and WB50F is 90 and 92 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The pic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 4G and WB50F.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of files but you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged Galaxy Camera 4G is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Portrait photography camera
30
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
37
you can focus manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual control
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Street photography camera
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207 grams)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography features
Samsung WB50F Sports photography features
44
incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Travel photography info
Samsung WB50F Travel photography info
72
lighter than competition (305g)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
pretty wide (23mm)
long zoom (481mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than competition in class (207g)
good resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
great zoom (288mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Landscape photography camera
47
pretty wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
screen larger than average (4.8")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
47
you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Vlogging camera
Samsung WB50F as a Vlogging camera
36
pretty wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external microphone jack
30
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone port
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung WB50F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung WB50F
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4GSamsung WB50F
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Samsung WB50F
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-08-29 2014-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 1.4GHz Quad-Core -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution - 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-481mm (20.9x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.1-6.3
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 4.8 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 0 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash settings no built-in flash -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 305 grams (0.67 pounds) 207 grams (0.46 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1")
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 - BP70A
Time lapse recording
Type of storage micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $550 $180