Samsung WB50F vs Sony NEX-6

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung WB50F and Sony NEX-6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is relatively close but the WB50F (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WB50F was released 10 months later than the NEX-6 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the WB50F scores against the NEX-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB50F and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung WB50F offers exterior dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-6 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB50F and Sony NEX-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the WB50F compared to the NEX-6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB50F and NEX-6 is 92 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB50F and NEX-6.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The WB50F uses the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh more difficult. The more recent WB50F will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.