Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Announced May 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5500
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Revealed January 2014

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F Overview
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").

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.

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Samsung WB350F
HZ50W | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Samsung HZ50W
WB350F | HZ50W | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | May 2010 | More recent by 44 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung WB350F
HZ50W | WB350F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
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.

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
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.

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Samsung HZ50W | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ50W | Samsung WB350F |
Also called | WB5500 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-05-03 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 426 grams (0.94 pounds) | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-11A | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $250 | $260 |