Samsung HZ50W vs Sony RX10

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung HZ50W vs Sony RX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the HZ50W (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") provide different sensor sizing.

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The HZ50W was announced 4 years earlier than the RX10 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the HZ50W grades vs the RX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ50W features 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) while the Sony RX10 has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ50W vs Sony RX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ50W against the RX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and RX10 is 70 and 58 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and RX10.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HZ50W having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony RX10 will offer you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older HZ50W is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.