Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-5N

Here is a extensive comparison of the Samsung HZ50W and Sony NEX-5N, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is fairly well matched but the HZ50W (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The HZ50W was launched 17 months earlier than the NEX-5N making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the HZ50W grades versus the NEX-5N with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung HZ50W features physical 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 NEX-5N has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the HZ50W against the NEX-5N.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and NEX-5N is 70 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and NEX-5N.

As you can see, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HZ50W because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony NEX-5N will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The older HZ50W is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.