Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung ST6500

Let's look more in depth at the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung ST6500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was manufactured 8 months prior to the ST6500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the HZ50W grades versus the ST6500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung ST6500. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ50W features external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung ST6500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the HZ50W versus the ST6500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and ST6500 is 70 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ50W and ST6500.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung ST6500 to result in more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W will be behind in sensor technology.