Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX50
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Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternate Name is WB550
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
Photography Glossary Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX50 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Samsung HZ15W versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and WX50 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the HZ15W matches up vs the WX50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ15W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ15W Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Sony WX50
| HZ15W | WX50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Samsung HZ15W
| WX50 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ15W and Sony WX50
| HZ15W | WX50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung HZ15W offers physical dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Samsung HZ15W versus Sony WX50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the HZ15W against the WX50.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ15W and WX50 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ15W and WX50.
Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX50 to provide greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HZ15W will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX50 Specifications
| Samsung HZ15W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung HZ15W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
| Also called as | WB550 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-02-23 | 2012-01-30 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 461k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 249g (0.55 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 240 photos |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $330 | $250 |