Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A700
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Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5500
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Revealed December 2007
- Succeeded the Konica Minolta 7D
- Refreshed by Sony A77
Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A700 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the A700 (12MP) is very well matched but the HZ50W (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HZ50W was introduced 2 years after the A700 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the HZ50W matches up versus the A700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A700 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Sony A700
HZ50W | A700 | |||
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Revealed | May 2010 | December 2007 | More modern by 29 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Samsung HZ50W
A700 | HZ50W | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ50W and Sony A700
HZ50W | A700 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ50W enjoys exterior measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A700 has measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Examine the Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the HZ50W compared to the A700.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and A700 is 70 and 58 respectively.
Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and A700.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HZ50W having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung HZ50W will give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger HZ50W will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ50W vs Sony A700 Specifications
Samsung HZ50W | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung HZ50W | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Also referred to as | WB5500 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2010-05-03 | 2007-12-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4272 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 426g (0.94 lbs) | 768g (1.69 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-11A | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Retail price | $250 | $1,000 |