Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX200
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Also referred to as WB5500
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Announced February 2012
- Previous Model is Samsung NX100
- Later Model is Samsung NX210
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX200 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the HZ50W (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe HZ50W was announced 22 months earlier than the NX200 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the HZ50W matches up versus the NX200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ50W & Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Samsung NX200
HZ50W | NX200 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Samsung HZ50W
NX200 | HZ50W | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | May 2010 | Newer by 22 months | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung NX200
HZ50W | NX200 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX200 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ50W features exterior dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung NX200 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).
See the Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the HZ50W vs the NX200.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and NX200 is 70 and 90 respectively.
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX200 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ50W and NX200.
As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HZ50W having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX200 will show extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung NX200 Specifications
Samsung HZ50W | Samsung NX200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung HZ50W | Samsung NX200 |
Also called | WB5500 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-05-03 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 426 grams (0.94 pounds) | 223 grams (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 69 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 618 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-11A | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $250 | $818 |