Samsung HZ50W vs Sony S950

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony S950, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and S950 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was announced 15 months after the S950 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the HZ50W grades vs the S950 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ50W has external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony S950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the HZ50W versus the S950.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and S950 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ50W and S950.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung HZ50W to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern HZ50W provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.