Samsung WB50F vs Sony NEX-F3

Lets look much closer at the Samsung WB50F vs Sony NEX-F3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the WB50F (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The WB50F was launched 17 months after the NEX-F3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the WB50F scores versus the NEX-F3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB50F & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung WB50F provides exterior dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the WB50F compared to the NEX-F3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB50F and NEX-F3 is 92 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB50F and NEX-F3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The WB50F provides the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier. The more modern WB50F provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.