Samsung HZ50W vs Sony WX300

Let's look closer at the Samsung HZ50W vs Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was introduced 3 years earlier than the WX300 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the HZ50W scores versus the WX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ50W enjoys physical measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ50W against the WX300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and WX300 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and WX300.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX300 to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.