Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-3
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Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Launched May 2010
- Additionally Known as WB5500
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched June 2010
- Replacement is Sony NEX-C3
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On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung HZ50W and Sony NEX-3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is relatively close but the HZ50W (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe HZ50W was introduced within a month of the NEX-3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the HZ50W scores versus the NEX-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Sony NEX-3
| HZ50W | NEX-3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Samsung HZ50W
| NEX-3 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ50W and Sony NEX-3
| HZ50W | NEX-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2010 |  | June 2010 | Same age |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ50W features external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has measurements of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the HZ50W compared to the NEX-3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and NEX-3 is 70 and 89 respectively.
Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ50W and NEX-3.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The HZ50W has got the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more challenging.
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Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
| Samsung HZ50W | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung HZ50W | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
| Also referred to as | WB5500 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2010-05-03 | 2010-06-07 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 200 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 7.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.60 m | 12.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 426 grams (0.94 lbs) | 297 grams (0.65 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 68 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 830 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 330 pictures |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | SLB-11A | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $250 | $0 |