Samsung NX5 vs Sony H50

On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX5 versus Sony H50, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX5 (15MP) and H50 (9MP) and the NX5 (APS-C) and H50 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX5 was announced 17 months later than the H50 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the NX5 matches up versus the H50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX5 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX5 offers physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") along with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX5 and the H50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX5 and H50 is 80 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX5 and H50.

Plainly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX5 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX5 will deliver extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher NX5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.