Samsung HZ50W vs Sigma Quattro H

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung HZ50W versus Sigma Quattro H, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the HZ50W (1/2.3") and Quattro H (APS-H) come with different sensor measurements.

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The HZ50W was revealed 6 years prior to the Quattro H which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the HZ50W grades against the Quattro H with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Sigma sd Quattro H. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sigma Quattro H Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung HZ50W comes with physical 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 Sigma Quattro H has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ50W versus Sigma Quattro H in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ50W against the Quattro H.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and Quattro H is 70 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ50W and Quattro H.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ50W having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sigma Quattro H will deliver extra detail because of its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.