Samsung TL500 vs Samsung WB50F

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL500 versus Samsung WB50F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the TL500 (10MP) and WB50F (16MP) and the TL500 (1/1.7") and WB50F (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The TL500 was brought out 4 years prior to the WB50F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TL500 scores versus the WB50F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL500 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung TL500 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL500 offers physical dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Samsung TL500 versus Samsung WB50F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TL500 versus the WB50F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TL500 and WB50F is 88 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL500 and WB50F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TL500 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Samsung WB50F will render extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older TL500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.