Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX1

Following is a extended overview of the Samsung WB50F and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the WB50F (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the WB50F (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The WB50F was unveiled 4 years after the HX1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the WB50F grades vs the HX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB50F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB50F has outer measurements 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 HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the WB50F and the HX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and HX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB50F and HX1.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WB50F having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung WB50F will result in more detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer WB50F will have an advantage in sensor innovation.