Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A230

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung HZ50W and Sony A230, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and A230 (10MP) and the HZ50W (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The HZ50W was introduced 12 months after the A230 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the HZ50W grades against the A230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ50W offers outer measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A230 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ50W versus the A230.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and A230 is 70 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ50W and A230.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ50W using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung HZ50W will provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger HZ50W provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.