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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620

Portability
70
Imaging
37
Features
44
Overall
39
Samsung HZ50W front
 
Samsung SL620 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs

Samsung HZ50W
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise 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
  • Additionally referred to as WB5500
Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Alternative Name is PL65
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 Overview

Let's look a little more in depth at the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung SL620, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The HZ50W was revealed 15 months later than the SL620 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the HZ50W matches up against the SL620 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Samsung SL620

 HZ50W SL620 
AnnouncedMay 2010February 2009More recent by 15 months
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Samsung HZ50W

 SL620 HZ50W 

Common features in the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung SL620

 HZ50W SL620 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ50W features external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung SL620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the HZ50W and the SL620.

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and SL620 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 top view buttons comparison

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and SL620.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ50W to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher HZ50W should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 sensor size comparison

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung HZ50W Portrait photography highlights
Samsung SL620 Portrait photography highlights
46
manual focus
decent MP (14MP)
supports RAW files
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
26
offers face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung HZ50W as a Street photography camera
Samsung SL620 as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
47
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competitors (168g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung HZ50W Sports photography information
Samsung SL620 Sports photography information
48
great zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung HZ50W Travel photography highlights
Samsung SL620 Travel photography highlights
58
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
long zoom (676mm)
no Time Lapse function
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
50
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (168g)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung HZ50W as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung SL620 as a Landscape photography camera
51
manual focus
rather wide (26mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
supports RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no Time Lapse function
23
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung HZ50W Vlogging advice
Samsung SL620 Vlogging advice
24
rather wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic jack
24
offers face detect focusing
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic support
heavier than competitors (168g)
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung SL620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung SL620
 Samsung HZ50WSamsung SL620
General Information
Make Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung HZ50W Samsung SL620
Also called as WB5500 PL65
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-05-03 2009-02-17
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-676mm (26.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 16s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.60 m 4.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 426 grams (0.94 lbs) 168 grams (0.37 lbs)
Physical dimensions 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 SLB-11A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SC/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $250 $200