Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A9

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony A9, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and A9 (24MP) and the HZ50W (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The HZ50W was unveiled 8 years prior to the A9 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the HZ50W grades against the A9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ50W & Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ50W features exterior measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A9 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the HZ50W vs the A9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and A9 is 70 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and A9.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The HZ50W having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony A9 will result in more detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older HZ50W will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.