Samsung HZ50W vs Sony WX50

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony WX50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was introduced 21 months earlier than the WX50 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX50 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the HZ50W scores against the WX50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung HZ50W features external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony WX50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ50W against the WX50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and WX50 is 70 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ50W and WX50.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX50 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older HZ50W will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.