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Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III

Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38
Samsung WB50F front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Samsung WB50F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
  • Released January 2014
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Released October 2017
  • Previous Model is Sony A7R II
  • Newer Model is Sony A7R IV
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung WB50F and Sony A7R III, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the WB50F (16MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the WB50F (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The WB50F was brought out 4 years prior to the A7R III which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the WB50F scores versus the A7R III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Sony A7R III

 WB50F A7R III 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Samsung WB50F

 A7R III WB50F 
ReleasedOctober 2017January 2014Newer by 46 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1440k460kCrisper screen (+980k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung WB50F and Sony A7R III

 WB50F A7R III 
Manually focus More accurate focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB50F enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB50F and Sony A7R III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the WB50F vs the A7R III.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WB50F and A7R III is 92 and 63 respectively.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB50F and A7R III.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WB50F due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R III will deliver more detail having its extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged WB50F is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB50F Portrait photography info
Sony A7R III Portrait photography info
37
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
86
has manual focus
MP count high (42MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB50F Street photography highlights
Sony A7R III Street photography highlights
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (207 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
79
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
includes touch focus
environment sealing
above average ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB50F as a Sports photography camera
Sony A7R III as a Sports photography camera
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
89
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count high (42 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
good battery power (650 shots)
has phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB50F Travel photography info
Sony A7R III Travel photography info
69
lighter than competitors (207g)
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (24mm)
long zoom (288mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
74
good battery power (650 CIPA)
environment sealing
has bluetooth
includes touch focus
MP count high (42MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB50F Landscape photography information
Sony A7R III Landscape photography information
47
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
87
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count high (42 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
above average ISO range (32,000)
exports RAW files
environment sealing
good battery power (650 per charge)
two card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB50F Vlogging features
Sony A7R III Vlogging features
30
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (207g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic support
37
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has mic socket
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB50F and Sony A7R III
 Samsung WB50FSony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Company Samsung Sony
Model Samsung WB50F Sony Alpha A7R III
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Pro Mirrorless
Released 2014-01-07 2017-10-25
Physical type Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz X
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 42 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 7952 x 5304
Maximum native ISO 3200 32000
Maximum boosted ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Lowest boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 425
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 24-288mm (12.0x) -
Largest aperture f/3.1-6.3 -
Total lenses - 121
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 3,686 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.78x
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 30 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options - Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 207g (0.46 pounds) 657g (1.45 pounds)
Physical dimensions 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 100
DXO Color Depth score not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.7
DXO Low light score not tested 3523
Other
Battery life - 650 photographs
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model BP70A NP-FZ100
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse recording
Type of storage MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Card slots Single 2
Retail cost $180 $2,800