Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-3N

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung HZ50W and Sony NEX-3N, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is fairly similar but the HZ50W (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ50W was announced 3 years prior to the NEX-3N which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the HZ50W grades vs the NEX-3N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ50W & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung HZ50W provides outside measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ50W and Sony NEX-3N in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the HZ50W versus the NEX-3N.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and NEX-3N is 70 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and NEX-3N.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The HZ50W having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony NEX-3N will offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W is going to be behind in sensor tech.