Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-C3

Let's look more in depth at the Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-C3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the HZ50W (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The HZ50W was manufactured 15 months earlier than the NEX-C3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the HZ50W matches up against the NEX-C3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ50W has physical measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ50W vs Sony NEX-C3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the HZ50W compared to the NEX-C3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and NEX-C3 is 70 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The picture below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and NEX-C3.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ50W featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony NEX-C3 will show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.