Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB150F

Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was manufactured 20 months prior to the WB150F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the HZ50W grades versus the WB150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung WB150F. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ50W offers external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung WB150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the HZ50W versus the WB150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and WB150F is 70 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ50W and WB150F.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos however you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The older HZ50W is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.