Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was brought out 4 years earlier than the WB350F and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the HZ50W scores versus the WB350F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ50W provides outside dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the HZ50W compared to the WB350F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and WB350F is 70 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ50W and WB350F.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB350F to give you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older HZ50W is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.