Samsung HZ50W vs Sony W710

Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony W710, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the W710 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was manufactured 3 years prior to the W710 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the HZ50W matches up vs the W710 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ50W enjoys outer dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony W710 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony W710 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ50W versus the W710.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ50W and W710 is 70 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ50W and W710.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W710 to deliver more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.