Samsung HZ50W vs Sony WX500

Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung HZ50W and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and WX500 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was revealed 6 years earlier than the WX500 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the HZ50W grades vs the WX500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ50W enjoys exterior measurements 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 WX500 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ50W and Sony WX500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the HZ50W against the WX500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and WX500 is 70 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ50W and WX500.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX500 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged HZ50W is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.