Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB700

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung WB700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was launched 7 months prior to the WB700 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the HZ50W matches up against the WB700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ50W enjoys outside dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung WB700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the HZ50W against the WB700.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and WB700 is 70 and 98 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ50W and WB700.

All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older HZ50W is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.