Samsung HZ50W vs Sony W290

On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung HZ50W vs Sony W290, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was unveiled 15 months after the W290 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the HZ50W scores against the W290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ50W enjoys outer dimensions 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 W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the HZ50W against the W290.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and W290 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ50W and W290.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung HZ50W to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent HZ50W provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.