Samsung SL30 vs Samsung WB50F

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Samsung SL30 vs Samsung WB50F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the SL30 (10MP) and WB50F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SL30 was brought out 5 years earlier than the WB50F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SL30 matches up vs the WB50F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL30 & Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung SL30 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung SL30 offers outside measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SL30 vs the WB50F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL30 and WB50F is 95 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SL30 and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung WB50F to give you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SL30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.